"It's not just about trade – it's about trust, connectivity and a shared future." In an exclusive interview, CGTN's Cao Chufeng spoke with Danijel Nikolic, assistant secretary general of the Government of Serbia and chairman of the Assembly of the Belt and Road Institute Belgrade.

At the China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Nikolic explained why Serbia chose to participate for the first time, the country's latest efforts to boost EV industry cooperation with China, and how Serbia is positioning itself as a gateway to global markets through its network of free trade agreements.