Serbian contractor rewarded with state contract after aiding ruling party

Mile Samardzija, who used his heavy machinery to shield Serbia's presidency from anti-government protesters, was awarded a €1.1 million contract by a state-linked company. This suggests a quid pro quo between the ruling party and a private contractor, raising concerns about political patronage and corruption. The incident underscores the government's use of loyalists to counter opposition and the potential for state resources to be leveraged for political support.

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