October 20, 2026

GITEX AI Belgrade 2027: Serbia Forges a Technology Corridor Between CIS and Global Markets

Southeast Europe is rapidly emerging as a new IT center of gravity. Serbia’s ICT exports have reached €4.55 billion, and the country is firmly establishing itself as "Europe’s AI testbed"—an ideal environment for piloting technologies before scaling them internationally.

From May 25 to 27, 2027, this status will be globally validated. As part of the World EXPO 2027, Belgrade will host GITEX AI Belgrade—the official technology event organized with the support of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Serbia and the Dubai World Trade Centre team. GITEX AI Belgrade — официальное технологическое событие, организованное при поддержке Торгово-промышленной палаты Сербии и команды Dubai World Trade Centre.

The event will converge exhibitors, startups, and national pavilions. Its synchronization with EXPO 2027 guarantees the presence of high-level delegations and global investors. The exhibition structurally covers the most in-demand sectors: Artificial Intelligence (AI & Intelligent Infrastructure), Cybersecurity (StackCon and Cyber), Quantum Computing, FinTech, and Smart City solutions (World Stage and Adriatic Stage).

Why Serbia is a Strategic Hub for CIS Tech Businesses:

Today, Serbia offers a unique jurisdiction that allows IT companies from Russia and the CIS to legally and efficiently integrate into global supply chains.

Unprecedented Market Access (FTAs): By basing operations in Serbia, companies gain preferential customs access to the European Union (SAA), the UK, South Korea (CEPA), EFTA nations (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein), CEFTA nations (Western Balkans), Turkiye, and the EAEU. This transforms Belgrade into a universal transit zone for technology exports.
Seamless Logistics & Historical Ties: Direct flights to Russia and CIS hubs, a visa-free regime, and traditionally strong economic ties create optimal conditions for business relocation, opening representative offices, and conducting negotiations. Serbia maintains its status as a safe, neutral jurisdiction free from sanctions pressure.
Europe's AI Testbed & Government Support: A strong engineering pedigree, agile B2G decision-making, and competitive operational costs allow companies to rapidly pilot new products here.
Startup & Venture Programs: The event will feature the North Star program, the Supernova pitch competition, and the SEE 100 ranking of the region's most promising scale-ups. Direct meetings are scheduled with VC funds, family offices, and institutional investors focused on Southeast Europe.

Exhibiting at GITEX AI Belgrade provides access to 19+ regional markets through a single platform, offering direct contacts with corporate buyers and government sectors actively modernizing industry, energy, and urban infrastructure.

Profex Group provides systemic organizational support for IT companies: from developing exhibition formats to conducting targeted negotiations with investors (via the World Exchange Summit) and government entities.

📍 Belgrade Fair, Belgrade, Serbia 📅 May 25–27, 2027