CorD Magazine

03/02/2026

The new issue is here – your monthly connector of politics, business, diplomacy, and culture!

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February 2026 Cord MagazineLeaders Meeting Point no. 256 Share FacebookTwitterEmail “CorD - 22 Years of Independent Thought and Inspiration” Comment Opinion Comment By Boško Jakšić Europe Locks Horns with Trump 3 February 2026 It was clear in Davos that the Europeans and Canadians were ready ...

01/01/2026

As we welcome the New Year, we look ahead with clarity, ambition and confidence.

The past year reminded us that strong leadership, responsible decision-making and long-term vision are what truly define success.

At CorD Magazine, we remain committed to telling stories that inspire progress, spotlight excellence and connect ideas with impact.

Thank you for reading, sharing and being part of our community.

Happy New Year! 🎄

26/12/2025

Lev Weiss, CEO of BIG CEE reflects on how the company confronted shifting consumer behaviours, economic pressures and technological change, and emerged stronger by redefining what retail looks like today. 👇

With a series of strategic acquisitions and new retail park openings, BIG CEE strengthened its position as one of the key retail players in Serbia and the wider region. The company’s expansion created more than 1,000 new jobs and set new benchmarks for market growth In a year marked by both challe...

24/12/2025

In our latest feature, Dr Una Sikimic from Alta Bank emphasized how trust, ethical leadership and accountability form the foundation of lasting success — in banking and beyond.

ALTA Bank is part of the strong and expanding ALTA Group. With nearly five decades of tradition, built on experience and stability, the bank is setting new benchmarks in the sector through digital transformation, modern financing models and a strategic regional footprint ALTA Bank is currently in a....

23/12/2025

New issue is OUT!

Your monthly connector of business, diplomacy, culture and ideas.

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January 2026 Cord MagazineLeaders Meeting Point no. 255 Share FacebookTwitterEmail “CorD - 22 Years of Independent Thought and Inspiration” Comment Opinion Comment by László Krasznahorkai In Search of Hope in a Time Without Promises 23 December 2025 “If we fail to look at one another truthfu...

17/12/2025

Year-end mode: ON ✔️
Coffee first. Black and easy. Everything else after.

Two ways to brew,
one cup with the perfect foam. ☕

03/12/2025

DECEMBER issue is OUT! 🙌

We are a place where pe­ople can inspire and be inspired by othe­rs. Find out more about December’s issue 👇

December 2025 Cord MagazineLeaders Meeting Point no. 254 Share FacebookTwitterEmail “CorD - 22 Years of Independent Thought and Inspiration” Comment Opinion Comment by Boško Jakšić The Legacy of Dayton 3 December 2025 Bosnia and Herzegovina remains far from the vision shaped after WWII — a ...

18/11/2025

We’re excited to announce the release of the new Guide to the Montenegrin Foreign Investors Council (MFIC) 2025!

Your go-to resource for understanding key players, trends, and institutional dynamics shaping foreign investment in Montenegro. 🇲🇪

Dive into expert insights, data, and the latest developments.

Click here: https://cordmagazine.com/institutions/guide-to-montenegrin-foreign-investors-council-2025/

12/11/2025

Did you know that one in three consumers in nightlife now opts for a premium beer?

In this interview, Pavel Erankevich, Managing Director at Carlsberg Serbia Group, outlines how the Serbian beverage market is evolving 👇

Carlsberg Serbia Group continues to innovate across categories, responding to changing consumer habits and the growing demand for low- and non-alcoholic drinks. Alongside sustainability and digitalisation, the company’s focus remains on quality, responsibility, and people In this interview for Cor...

05/11/2025

November issue is OUT! 🙌

We are a place where pe­ople can inspire and be inspired by othe­rs.

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November 2025 Cord MagazineLeaders Meeting Point no. 253 Share FacebookTwitterEmail “CorD - 22 Years of Independent Thought and Inspiration” Comment Opinion Comment by Zoran Panović One Year Later 5 November 2025 Paradoxically, it is the government that has taken on a revolutionary character th...

03/11/2025

A maestro’s final bow.

Gabriel Feltz (1971–2025) — a conductor whose music touched souls across borders. Feltz didn’t just interpret music, he connected people, emotions, and eras with his baton.

Beogradska filharmonija / Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra

Full story here👇

Gabriel Feltz (1971–2025) left us far too soon, yet his music and spirit will forever remain inscribed in the history of the Belgrade Philharmonic and the cultural life of Serbia. A German maestro who made Belgrade his second home, he gave the orchestra discipline and confidence, but above all joy...

03/11/2025

Dr Igor Končar reminds us that innovation starts with curiosity—and sails with courage.

In this , he talks about progress powered by knowledge, research, and the people bold enough to change the course.

Swimming and paragliding were moments of solitude, introspection and personal struggle. Sailing is a shared experience – something we build together. On the yacht I have found a way to be a father, a husband and a friend Free time has never, for me, meant merely stopping work, but a space where I ...