December 9, 2025

Minister Vlaisavljević’s Congratulatory Note to the “Karim Zaimović” Foundation

Dear organizers,

I am pleased to send sincere congratulations on the occasion of the scholarship-awarding ceremony by the “Karim Zaimović” Foundation and the opening of an exhibition of photographs by Milomir Kovačević Strašni – two events that connect youth, creativity and the lasting power of art in the most beautiful way.

Scholarships that bear the name of Karim Zaimović, an extremely talented and prematurely lost creator, represents important support for young artists and authors who build their path bravely, dedicatedly and authentically. This nurtures his legacy and encourages new generations to express themselves freely and creatively.

The exhibition of photographs by Milomir Kovačević Strašni further enriches this ceremony. His unique photographic handwriting, deep humanistic perspective and ability to capture the pulse of the city and man in every frame make him one of the most important witnesses of our time. The opening of this exhibition is a reminder of the enduring power of visual art to preserve memory and question reality anew.

I congratulate the organizers, the awardees and the author of the exhibition, with sincere gratitude for their dedication to culture, knowledge and artistic freedom.