The agreement between China and Serbia to build a 'community with a shared future' marks Serbia as the first European country to:

This agreement elevates Serbia's relationship with China to a 'community with a shared future,' deepening their strategic partnership. • China and Serbia signed an agreement to build a "community with a shared future," marking Serbia as the first European nation to establish such a relationship with Beijing. • The agreement was announced in Belgrade by Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Serbian President Vucic, aiming to deepen and elevate their comprehensive strategic partnership. • This partnership signifies Serbia's advancement from "strategic relations" to a more integrated "community of destiny" with China, reflecting a significant evolution in their bilateral ties. • The term "community for shared future", introduced by Xi over a decade ago, suggests an alliance-like relationship, underscoring its strategic importance in China's foreign policy. • Serbia has been China's comprehensive strategic partner in the Central and Eastern European region since eight years ago, emphasizing its pivotal role in China's engagement with Europe. Learn Along: About China Capital: Beijing                                                 Currency: Renminbi About European Union Founded: 1 November 1993                            Capital: Brussels