Serbia took a step forward Monday in its bid to join the European Union, as the bloc launched membership negotiations with Belgrade in the key areas of justice and fundamental rights.
The prospect of EU membership has been offered as an incentive for democratic and economic reforms in neighbouring countries, although disillusionment within the 28-member bloc is high, with one country - Britain - on track to leave the club.
Serbian Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic said EU membership remained an attractive goal, offering the prospect of better living standards, while falling into line with the bloc on issues such as the rule of law would
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