The Deputy Speaker briefed them on the National Assembly’s modus operandi, history, tradition and heritage. He said that he dedicated to nurturing ties with the United States adding that this year’s was the sixth Washington Prayer Breakfast in a row he had attended which is a clear indication of the ever improving relations between Serbia and the US.

The Deputy Speaker said that Serbia’s strategic goal is to join the European Union as well as maintain friendly relations with big powers such as the US, Russia, China and the Arab countries.

The students had many questions about the parliamentary and electoral system, how coalitions are forged and laws passed. After the meeting they were taken on a tour of the National Assembly edifice to learn more about its cultural and historic significance.