H.E. ANA ILIC
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Serbia to the Republic of Portugal
Тhe welcoming speech of the Аmbassador
Welcome to the official website of the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in the Portuguese Republic.
It is a great privilege for me to represent our country, represent its interests, and strengthen the ties between our two peoples as the ambassador of Serbia in Portugal.
Diplomatic relations connected Serbia and Portugal more than 140 years ago. Back in 1882, the Serbian king Milan Obrenović sent a letter to the then Portuguese king Luis I, in which he informed him about the political situation in Serbia after the Berlin Congress. Both countries accepted that year as the year of the beginning of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
But Serbia and Portugal are connected by much more. Passion for life, music, food, wine, sports, and above all football, contributed to the friendship of the two peoples. Mutual respect, common values , and common commitment to peace, progress, and cooperation in the world contributed to friendly relations between the two countries.
The Serbian community, integrated into the cultural, political, scientific, sports, and cultural life of Portugal, also makes a great contribution to that friendship, albeit a small one.
Our embassy serves as a bridge, promoting understanding and fostering cooperation in areas such as diplomacy, culture, trade, and tourism.
Our goal is to enable stronger ties and deeper engagement between our peoples.
Whether you are a citizen of Serbia, a citizen of Portugal, or a friend of Serbia, this website will provide you with valuable information and resources, from our country's history, bilateral relations, and consular services to current information.
I invite you to explore this site, learn more about the work we do, and be informed about the possibilities for strengthening relations between Serbia and Portugal.
Thank you for your interest and please feel free to contact us for any help or queries.
Best regards,
Ana Ilic
Ambassador of the Republic of Serbia in the Portuguese Republic
