Serbia has extended its temporary prohibition on the export of crude oil and petroleum products, keeping the measure in place until the end of August.
The decision, published in the Official Gazette, aims to prevent potential domestic shortages amid ongoing supply constraints.
The extension reinforces Belgrade’s priority of securing local fuel availability, a stance that has persisted through recent months.
By blocking exports, the government ensures that available inventory remains within the country, shielding consumers from potential price spikes or rationing.
This policy effectively isolates Serbia’s domestic market from regional arbitrage opportunities, limiting the flow of fuel to neighboring countries even when global prices might incentivize trade.
The move comes as retail fuel prices in Serbia have risen for a second consecutive week, with both diesel and gasoline seeing increases of two dinars per litre.