Elon Musk Chooses Serbia for Next Tesla Gigafactory, Vows Zero-Bureaucracy Fast-Track
In a seismic shift for European manufacturing, Tesla has signed a billion-dollar deal to build its newest Gigafactory in Serbia, bypassing Germany and France. CEO Elon Musk cited Serbia's critical lithium reserves and a pledge from Belgrade to cut all permitting timelines to under 60 days. The move sends a stark warning: nations offering red tape will lose the green supply chain race. Serbia's pivotal role in the battery supply chain is now undisputed, positioning the country as the next frontier for industrial scale.