700 members of security forces in Serbia take part in exercise

Aleksandar Vucic says Serbian security forces "demonstrated courage, resolve and top preparedness for protecting the country from possible terror attacks."
Source: Tanjug Monday, November 23, 2015 | 10:02

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He spoke on Saturday, after the Shield 2015 exercise held on several locations in Belgrade.
“Citizens could see how fast we would respond. I congratulate you on the excellent demonstration exercise,” Vucic told a news conference.

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According to the prime minister, the security forces showed top readiness in extremely complex conditions, but also unity and collaboration, given that the units had not joined forces previously.

Vucic noted that over 700 members of the Interior Ministry (MUP), the Security Information Agency (BIA) and the Serbian Army (VS) participated in the counter-terrorism exercise.

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Aleksandar Vucic also announced on Saturday "further investments in the defense industry." They would "contribute to the development of Serbia's economy, defense capacities and protection from possible terrorist attacks."

“We will continue to invest in the defense industry, but this will not raise our fiscal deficit or jeopardize the budget and public finances,” Vucic told the news conference, announcing the opening of a new plant near Uzice, and the expansion of capacities in Velika Plana.

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Vucic noted that the serial production of the multi-purpose armored vehicle Lazar would start in March next year.

The prime minister added that two Russian helicopters should be delivered to Serbia by the end of January, and then two from Germany by the end of the year.