Provincial Secretariat for Economy and Tourism
Bulevar Mihajla Pupina 16, Novi Sad 400144, Serbia
Nenad Ivanišević
оffice.privreda@vojvodina.gov.rs
Introduction
Provincial Secretariat for Economy and Tourism is responsible for economic development, tourism, industry, crafts, employment and related policies. The Secretariat prepares strategic and regulatory acts, supports balanced regional development, and oversees programmes in tourism, fairs, electronic communications and labour markets. A core part of its mandate includes defining and supporting traditional and old crafts specific to Vojvodina, linking them with entrepreneurship, tourism and employment measures. Through, strategic planning and promotion, the Secretariat enables the preservation, modernization and sustainable economic valorisation of crafts as a driver of local growth and jobs.
Thematic relevance
Provincial Secretariat for Economy and Tourism has strong thematic relevance to crafts, as they represent a direct intersection of economy, tourism, employment and cultural identity. Traditional and old crafts are recognised as a specific economic activity with potential for self-employment, micro-entrepreneurship and local value chains. By linking crafts with tourism development, fairs, business manifestations and active employment measures, the Secretariat supports their market visibility and sustainability. Crafts also contribute to balanced regional development, especially in rural areas, while preserving local skills and enabling inclusive economic growth.