"Kosovo can have small chair in UN corridors"

I just looked this guy up on Ticketmaster to see if he had any comedy shows lined up anywhere in the Balkans and lo and behold he's actually a key performer at the Balkans' laughing house that is the Serbian Parliament... funny dude!

Addressing the speculation that a "new Brussels agreement" would follow, focused on "the chair," i.e., membership of Kosovo in the UN, Stefanović said that the government "would never accept it."

"They can have a small chair somewhere in the hall. And when I say 'a small chair' I don't mean figuratively, I mean literally," Stefanović was quoted as saying.

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They can have a normal chair in the UN, the same size, shape and colour as Russia's and Serbia's once Kosovo becomes an Observer in the UN General Assembly and there is nothing what Russia and Serbia can do to stop it. Observer Membership = 2/3 majority vote in the UNGA and Kosovo said they're going to apply in 2014. It doesn't matter what Serbia will and will nnot "accept". It's not in their power.

They can have a small chair somewhere in the hall. And when I say 'a small chair' I don't mean figuratively, I mean literally," Stefanović was quoted as saying.

And here we can see the usual boastful arrogance of Serb politicians aimed to humiliate and disrespect their neighbors that has brought oh so many delights to Serbia in the recent past.

Has anyone noticed a trend where Serb politicians make predictions which later backfire on them?

Maybe it's just me.

Clearly, this is just a strategy for Serbian politicians to announce the breaking news. This was signed in Brussels back in April by mr. Dacic himself. However, he knew Serbians could not take everything at once so he is giving in at a slow pace. Everything that has been agrees by Serbia has not come out officially yet. Although, it is coming out by lower rank politicians... So when Dacic talks about UN seat for Kosova it is not a surprise to Serbian citizens. Dacic can sure fool the hell out of his own people.

Don't you ever underestimate your neighboring country , especially if you consider them as your #1 enemy.It will hunt you later on.

It's better to have a small chair in UN corridors than in Belgrade corridors. He shouldn't forget that US, UK, Germany, France are there to support Kosovo. It's funny because every day Serbia talks to those powerful countries and says Serbia's relations with them are OK. Many of those countries will also decide when will Serbia join EU.

What it was once known as one of the most influential and the stronger country in the Balkan region, now amounts to almost nothing. I will assume that sarcastic statements and underestimating statements such as this one have hurt Serbia more than the Serb politicians admit and Serbian population realises.

REMEMBER: At one point, they called KLA a terrorist organization and Thaqi a criminal that they wanted to arrest him but they turned around and made few of the most importan agreements in the recent history of Serbia with the "terrorist".

I know you can admit defeat but dont pretend you are winning when your army in the battlefield is dying.

"This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year."

if this really is the funniest quote you've hear all year, then i suggest you read more. this isn't witty or funny.
as for Kosova being your Jerusalem, this piece of sentimental nonsense always makes me roll my eyes. I tell you what, why don't you yourself come and live here since you can't do without it

Why do the Serbian politicians have to be so downright nasty?? They really become painful parodies...

Roberto frisco

But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member.
(Comm. Parrisson, 4 December 2013 19:29)

There's nothing ridiculous about it. Serbia was an ethnic minority in the Ottoman empire when it unilaterally created a state on the soil of such empire. Finland was an ethnic minority when it declared its independence from Russia. Most often countries are created unilaterally. I don't get where people like yourself get this idea that everything is set in stone and that there will be no longer new countries or new states in the future. That is really the stupid idea. Human history is all about creation of groups, states, countries, empires and their destruction. It has always been that way, it will continue to be that way. Just because you are a Serb or you sympathize with Serbs doesn't mean that history is on a freeze and that humans stopped doing whatever they have always done, and that humanity stopped working. Deal with it dude. Move on. History changes, groups change, borders change, countries are created, countries are destroyed. There is no constant in this world, borders included.

Finally, a worthy successor to Jeremic - at last there's someone capable of turning out statements capable of entertaining and amusing the entire Balkan-observing public. B92 hasn't been the same without him, frankly.

Serbia will have a small chair outside EU, right besides Turkey but without economy increase like in Turkey.

Stefanovic is now deemed to be Persona Non Grata in the Republic of Kosova.

AHAHAHAHAHAHA that's hilarious

Not only is young Stefanovic behaving foolishly, but he is acting as immaturely as he physically appears.

Serbia, don't send a boy on a man's mission. What an embarrassment for Serbia!

Addressing the speculation that a "new Brussels agreement" would follow, focused on "the chair," i.e., membership of Kosovo in the UN, Stefanović said that the government "would never accept it."

And once again: It's not up to Serbia to decide about a UN membership of Kosovo. The UNSC has to recommend a new member state, then the UN GA can vote, where Serbia has ONE vote like other countries.

But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member.

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.
(Ari Gold, 5 December 2013 12:28
I have to agree, it is the funniest thing I've heard all year, to think a govt official in Serbia thinks he has that kind of power. Next thing you might hear how Serbia is going to hand pick the members of the UNSC.

of course Serbia will do anything Kosovo not to be a member(it will be) is not Because Kosovo is a state BUT WAR lawsuits will FOLLOW and Serbia doesn't have the strength as German's have when they deal with their WWII law suits ....Serbia will... GO BANCRUPT .. GERMANS THEY WORK THEY ASS OFF THEY DONT WAIST THERE TIME AS BALKAN PEOPLE IN POLITICS AND HATE

Kosovo already has a chair at the UN. Thaci gets to sit on Dacics lap and they get to cuddle each other (Love at first sight).

Better, "Kosova" can work in the UN cafeteria making burek and pizza.

Stefanovic has confirmed only a single Serbian politics. Whoever has worked against the interests of the Serbian government, must be dismissed. Kosovo will never get a seat in the UN, it will allow neither Serbia nor Russia nor China ... It is essential to prepare for negotiations with the EU, adopted the budget and stabilize the economy.

I know you can admit defeat but dont pretend you are winning when your army in the battlefield is dying.
(Xevdet Hoti, 4 December 2013 22:44)

Actually Serbia's military is still likely the strongest military in the region. This despite many acts of "modernization" Serbia's government has enacted which resulted into a smaller military. Zastava arms actually exports their weapons to America of all places, no other Balkan arms manufacturing company does that. But of course, some people like to confuse their strength with the strength of the forces that fought on their behalf. By itself, Serbia could occupy the entire ex-Yugoslavia even today. Of course it has no interest in that, but Kosovo i Metohija is our Jerusalem and will be liberated again as it has many times in even recent history.

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.

A small stand in the hallway of the UN selling watches, pizzas and body parts would suit them to a tee.

hahahaha that made my day ...

And remember, too: Not only 'they' (Serbian regime under Milosevic), but Thaci has been on the CIA terrorists list, too.
(Comm. Parrisson, 7 December 2013 12:43)

So what? Nelson Mandela was on the US Terrorist Watch List until 1 July 2008.

"But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member."

so i am guessing, bi/tri/...lateral creations on unrecognised states are good ideas? so if we did this in Taiwan it would be OK?

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.
(Ari Gold, 5 December 2013 12:28
I have to agree, it is the funniest thing I've heard all year, to think a govt official in Serbia thinks he has that kind of power. Next thing you might hear how Serbia is going to hand pick the members of the UNSC.
(a New Day, 5 December 2013 14:55)

Come on bro, you know very well its not Serbia specifically, but the support Serbia receives from Russia and China as in regards to its territorial integrity. All you get is a small chair in the hallway AHAHAHA come on thats hilarious you have to admit. I don't even particularly like this guy but that is hilarious.

Ari Gold,
All we get is a Kosovo, that in absence of full representation, moves toward an ever close physical, juridical, and economical unification with Albania. Great job Serbia!

Look at all these angry comments. Who are these people?

"so i am guessing, bi/tri/...lateral creations on unrecognised states are good ideas? so if we did this in Taiwan it would be OK?"
(Nikolle, 5 December 2013 11:52)

Nope, you totally misunderstood. I meant that an agreed split of states is okay. And then there is no problem at all with becoming an UN member. Look how it was done with South Sudan, the latest UN member state: accepted in the family of the nations after only 1-2 weeks.

"REMEMBER: At one point, they called KLA a terrorist organization and Thaqi a criminal that they wanted to arrest him but they turned around and made few of the most importan agreements in the recent history of Serbia with the "terrorist". "
(Xevdet Hoti, 4 December 2013 22:44)

And remember, too: Not only 'they' (Serbian regime under Milosevic), but Thaci has been on the CIA terrorists list, too.

And of course the KLA was a terror organization responsible for terrorism, similar to the separatist ETA in Spain. Nevertheless the Spanish government more or less arranged a peace agreement with them, that's why there were no more terrorist attacks in the last decades.

Stefanovic has confirmed only a single Serbian politics. Whoever has worked against the interests of the Serbian government, must be dismissed. Kosovo will never get a seat in the UN, it will allow neither Serbia nor Russia nor China ... It is essential to prepare for negotiations with the EU, adopted the budget and stabilize the economy.

Addressing the speculation that a "new Brussels agreement" would follow, focused on "the chair," i.e., membership of Kosovo in the UN, Stefanović said that the government "would never accept it."

"They can have a small chair somewhere in the hall. And when I say 'a small chair' I don't mean figuratively, I mean literally," Stefanović was quoted as saying.

---------

They can have a normal chair in the UN, the same size, shape and colour as Russia's and Serbia's once Kosovo becomes an Observer in the UN General Assembly and there is nothing what Russia and Serbia can do to stop it. Observer Membership = 2/3 majority vote in the UNGA and Kosovo said they're going to apply in 2014. It doesn't matter what Serbia will and will nnot "accept". It's not in their power.

They can have a small chair somewhere in the hall. And when I say 'a small chair' I don't mean figuratively, I mean literally," Stefanović was quoted as saying.

And here we can see the usual boastful arrogance of Serb politicians aimed to humiliate and disrespect their neighbors that has brought oh so many delights to Serbia in the recent past.

Clearly, this is just a strategy for Serbian politicians to announce the breaking news. This was signed in Brussels back in April by mr. Dacic himself. However, he knew Serbians could not take everything at once so he is giving in at a slow pace. Everything that has been agrees by Serbia has not come out officially yet. Although, it is coming out by lower rank politicians... So when Dacic talks about UN seat for Kosova it is not a surprise to Serbian citizens. Dacic can sure fool the hell out of his own people.

Don't you ever underestimate your neighboring country , especially if you consider them as your #1 enemy.It will hunt you later on.

Addressing the speculation that a "new Brussels agreement" would follow, focused on "the chair," i.e., membership of Kosovo in the UN, Stefanović said that the government "would never accept it."

And once again: It's not up to Serbia to decide about a UN membership of Kosovo. The UNSC has to recommend a new member state, then the UN GA can vote, where Serbia has ONE vote like other countries.

But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member.

Better, "Kosova" can work in the UN cafeteria making burek and pizza.

I know you can admit defeat but dont pretend you are winning when your army in the battlefield is dying.
(Xevdet Hoti, 4 December 2013 22:44)

Actually Serbia's military is still likely the strongest military in the region. This despite many acts of "modernization" Serbia's government has enacted which resulted into a smaller military. Zastava arms actually exports their weapons to America of all places, no other Balkan arms manufacturing company does that. But of course, some people like to confuse their strength with the strength of the forces that fought on their behalf. By itself, Serbia could occupy the entire ex-Yugoslavia even today. Of course it has no interest in that, but Kosovo i Metohija is our Jerusalem and will be liberated again as it has many times in even recent history.

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.

Why do the Serbian politicians have to be so downright nasty?? They really become painful parodies...

Roberto frisco

It's better to have a small chair in UN corridors than in Belgrade corridors. He shouldn't forget that US, UK, Germany, France are there to support Kosovo. It's funny because every day Serbia talks to those powerful countries and says Serbia's relations with them are OK. Many of those countries will also decide when will Serbia join EU.

What it was once known as one of the most influential and the stronger country in the Balkan region, now amounts to almost nothing. I will assume that sarcastic statements and underestimating statements such as this one have hurt Serbia more than the Serb politicians admit and Serbian population realises.

REMEMBER: At one point, they called KLA a terrorist organization and Thaqi a criminal that they wanted to arrest him but they turned around and made few of the most importan agreements in the recent history of Serbia with the "terrorist".

I know you can admit defeat but dont pretend you are winning when your army in the battlefield is dying.

A small stand in the hallway of the UN selling watches, pizzas and body parts would suit them to a tee.

AHAHAHAHAHAHA that's hilarious

Has anyone noticed a trend where Serb politicians make predictions which later backfire on them?

Maybe it's just me.

I just looked this guy up on Ticketmaster to see if he had any comedy shows lined up anywhere in the Balkans and lo and behold he's actually a key performer at the Balkans' laughing house that is the Serbian Parliament... funny dude!

Stefanovic is now deemed to be Persona Non Grata in the Republic of Kosova.

Look at all these angry comments. Who are these people?

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.
(Ari Gold, 5 December 2013 12:28
I have to agree, it is the funniest thing I've heard all year, to think a govt official in Serbia thinks he has that kind of power. Next thing you might hear how Serbia is going to hand pick the members of the UNSC.
(a New Day, 5 December 2013 14:55)

Come on bro, you know very well its not Serbia specifically, but the support Serbia receives from Russia and China as in regards to its territorial integrity. All you get is a small chair in the hallway AHAHAHA come on thats hilarious you have to admit. I don't even particularly like this guy but that is hilarious.

"REMEMBER: At one point, they called KLA a terrorist organization and Thaqi a criminal that they wanted to arrest him but they turned around and made few of the most importan agreements in the recent history of Serbia with the "terrorist". "
(Xevdet Hoti, 4 December 2013 22:44)

And remember, too: Not only 'they' (Serbian regime under Milosevic), but Thaci has been on the CIA terrorists list, too.

And of course the KLA was a terror organization responsible for terrorism, similar to the separatist ETA in Spain. Nevertheless the Spanish government more or less arranged a peace agreement with them, that's why there were no more terrorist attacks in the last decades.

Finally, a worthy successor to Jeremic - at last there's someone capable of turning out statements capable of entertaining and amusing the entire Balkan-observing public. B92 hasn't been the same without him, frankly.

Kosovo already has a chair at the UN. Thaci gets to sit on Dacics lap and they get to cuddle each other (Love at first sight).

of course Serbia will do anything Kosovo not to be a member(it will be) is not Because Kosovo is a state BUT WAR lawsuits will FOLLOW and Serbia doesn't have the strength as German's have when they deal with their WWII law suits ....Serbia will... GO BANCRUPT .. GERMANS THEY WORK THEY ASS OFF THEY DONT WAIST THERE TIME AS BALKAN PEOPLE IN POLITICS AND HATE

"so i am guessing, bi/tri/...lateral creations on unrecognised states are good ideas? so if we did this in Taiwan it would be OK?"
(Nikolle, 5 December 2013 11:52)

Nope, you totally misunderstood. I meant that an agreed split of states is okay. And then there is no problem at all with becoming an UN member. Look how it was done with South Sudan, the latest UN member state: accepted in the family of the nations after only 1-2 weeks.

hahahaha that made my day ...

Serbia will have a small chair outside EU, right besides Turkey but without economy increase like in Turkey.

"This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year."

if this really is the funniest quote you've hear all year, then i suggest you read more. this isn't witty or funny.
as for Kosova being your Jerusalem, this piece of sentimental nonsense always makes me roll my eyes. I tell you what, why don't you yourself come and live here since you can't do without it

And remember, too: Not only 'they' (Serbian regime under Milosevic), but Thaci has been on the CIA terrorists list, too.
(Comm. Parrisson, 7 December 2013 12:43)

So what? Nelson Mandela was on the US Terrorist Watch List until 1 July 2008.

Not only is young Stefanovic behaving foolishly, but he is acting as immaturely as he physically appears.

Serbia, don't send a boy on a man's mission. What an embarrassment for Serbia!

"But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member."

so i am guessing, bi/tri/...lateral creations on unrecognised states are good ideas? so if we did this in Taiwan it would be OK?

This quote by Stefanovic is probably the funniest thing I've heard all year.
(Ari Gold, 5 December 2013 12:28
I have to agree, it is the funniest thing I've heard all year, to think a govt official in Serbia thinks he has that kind of power. Next thing you might hear how Serbia is going to hand pick the members of the UNSC.

Ari Gold,
All we get is a Kosovo, that in absence of full representation, moves toward an ever close physical, juridical, and economical unification with Albania. Great job Serbia!

But I'm sure Russia and China will veto any stupid idea of rewarding an ethnic minority that unilaterally created a new state on the soil of a recognized UN member.
(Comm. Parrisson, 4 December 2013 19:29)

There's nothing ridiculous about it. Serbia was an ethnic minority in the Ottoman empire when it unilaterally created a state on the soil of such empire. Finland was an ethnic minority when it declared its independence from Russia. Most often countries are created unilaterally. I don't get where people like yourself get this idea that everything is set in stone and that there will be no longer new countries or new states in the future. That is really the stupid idea. Human history is all about creation of groups, states, countries, empires and their destruction. It has always been that way, it will continue to be that way. Just because you are a Serb or you sympathize with Serbs doesn't mean that history is on a freeze and that humans stopped doing whatever they have always done, and that humanity stopped working. Deal with it dude. Move on. History changes, groups change, borders change, countries are created, countries are destroyed. There is no constant in this world, borders included.