Topic 2: Management of Extractive Industries

What is Serbia's general stance on developing extractive industries?

• Strongly opposes mining

• Focuses only on tourism

• Opposes all foreign investment

• Sees extractives as essential to economic growth

Serbia supports which type of foreign cooperation in mining?

• None

• Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)

• Only state-run enterprises

• Crypto mining firms

Serbia is especially rich in which resource?

• Gold only

• Lithium and copper

• Timber

• Natural gas

What is a key environmental issue linked to Serbia's extractive sector?

• Ocean acidification

• Water and soil contamination

• Deforestation in the Amazon

• Urban flooding

What is Serbia’s approach to international environmental standards?

• Opposes all environmental regulations

• Demands uniform EU-wide rules

• Balances environmental concerns with economic needs

• Ignores UNECE recommendations

Which international partner has invested significantly in Serbian mining?

• Canada

• Germany

• Italy

• China

How does Serbia justify extractive industry expansion?

• Religious reasons

• Defense interests

• Economic development and job creation

• Scientific research

What does Serbia expect from mining companies?

• Minimal engagement

• Self-regulation

• Community investment and fair contracts

• No taxes

Which UNECE tool is important to Serbia for monitoring industry impact?

What kind of extractive-related support does Serbia welcome from UNECE?

• Peacekeeping forces

• Technology transfer and capacity-building

• Cultural exchange only

• Arms control