Serbia’s Gendarmerie always ready, minister says

NEWS 27.12.201816:49
Tanjug/MUP Republike Srbije

The Serbian Gendarmerie is always ready to protect Serbia and every one of its citizens, Internal Affairs Minister Nebojsa Stefanovic said during a visit to that formation’s Belgrade detachment.

“Gendarmerie personnel are engaged if Serbia needs to be protected from terrorism and extremism and when our citizens need to be protected from all potential danger as well in keeping the peace,” the minister is quoted as saying in a ministry press release.

According to Stefanovic, the Gendarmerie will be deployed to secure New Year celebrations across Serbia.

“The important thing is for these people to be well equipped and trained. We have invested in new vehicles and equipment but I want to talk about what else we can provide to help them do their job more efficiently,” he said.

Stefanovic said everyone has to respect the exceptional commitment of the Gendarmerie. “These are guys who never refuse a mission. They are always ready to go to the most difficult places for their country and people and are there to protect everyone in Serbia,” the minister said.