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: Excessive state presence in the economy often stifles private sector competition.

: Low levels of research and development (R&D) compared to EU standards.

: Reducing state influence and improving the regulatory environment to foster a more competitive market. meagan-177-002

: A persistent gap between available skills and those demanded by modern industries.

The paper identifies structural deficiencies in Serbia's economy and suggests reforms to enhance productivity and boost total factor productivity. Below is a draft summary and analysis based on the key themes of that report. : Excessive state presence in the economy often

The IMF identifies several critical bottlenecks hindering Serbia's economic potential:

: Difficulties for firms, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs), in securing adequate financing. particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs)

To accelerate growth and productivity, the paper proposes: