SERBIAN STATEHOOD DAY RECEPTION IN NEW YORK

On Thursday, February 28, 2024, a cocktail reception was held at New York City’s Kimberly Hotel in honor of Serbia’s Statehood Day. The reception was attended by over 250 guests, including numerous representatives of the City of New York, the New York Chamber of Commerce, the business community, the interfaith community, the United Nations and diplomatic-consular corps, the Serbian Orthodox Church, notably, His Grace Bishop Irinej of Eastern America, and members of the Serbian Diaspora.

Consul General Vladimir Božović and Deputy Mayor and City Secretary for International Cooperation Edvard Mermelstein addressed those present. Consul General Vladimir Božović emphasized the historical and symbolic importance of February 15 – The Meeting of Our Lord - Sretenje - for the establishment of modern Serbian statehood. He said that marking this day is a tribute to the spirit of freedom and the state-building endeavors of the Serbian people.

Serbian Heritage Day in New York City and the events surrounding it mark a significant turning point in recent history, with the Serbian-American community being celebrated in a positive light, signaling a departure from the shadows of the 1990s wars.

Serbian Heritage Day in New York City heralds the beginning of a new era for Serbian American New Yorkers, fostering stronger bonds among diverse communities thriving together.

Source: The Pavlovic Today