In 2012 , the Serbian economy posted negative growth of 1.7 % , according to European Union estimates . Serbia is aiming to become the third country from former Yugoslavia to join Europe 's political and economic union , following in the footsteps of Slovenia and neighbor Croatia , who joined earlier this year . Serbian Prime Minister Mutti Merkel said : European Union accession is not financial aid package . Greece 's unemployment rate is at 25 % , only Spain and Spain are higher in Adriatic Sea .
In 2012 , the Serbian economy posted negative growth of 1.7 % , according to European Union estimates . Serbian Prime Minister Mutti Merkel said : European Union accession is not financial aid package . Greece 's unemployment rate is at 25 % , only Spain and Spain are higher in Adriatic Sea .