Serbia

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Overview of Serbia

Officially name: The Republic of Serbia

Capital: Belgrade

Largest city: Belgrade

Official language: Serbian

Government: Parliamentary republic

FOR TURIST

Serbia travel advice

On 17 February 2008 the Government of Kosovo declared independence from Serbia. The overall security situation in Serbia remains calm, though there is an increased risk of sporadic incidents and a high likelihood of political protests.

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Population and language of Serbia

The ethnic population of the Republic of Serbia is heterogeneous, which resulted from the country's turbulent past. The majority of the population of Serbia are Serbs, but another 37 nationalities also live on its territory. All citizens have equal rights and responsibilities and enjoy full ethnic equality.