MASA welcomes decision of the Committee for Professional Ethics of the University of Belgrade which established non-academic behavior, i.e. plagiarism, of the current Minister of Finance of the Republic of Serbia, Siniša Malog, during the preparation of his doctoral dissertation.
This has not yet put an end to the affair that seriously shook the credibility and integrity of the University of Belgrade, but it has set a clear framework for the further struggle against the collapse of its autonomy and dignity. In accordance with the mentioned Decision, we expect a quick reaction of the Senate of the University. We believe that this Decision will contribute to other joint efforts to stop non-compliance with the rules, procedures and ethical standards that are the basic guarantors of the institutional independence of our academic institutions.
