MEPs emphasize the need for Serbia to show real commitment to EU values through democratic reforms, free elections, and alignment with EU policies. The report highlights concerns over Serbia's ties with Russia and China, the anti-EU narrative in the media, and the political crisis in the country. MEPs urge for tangible progress in key areas before advancing in EU accession negotiations, warning against shallow implementation of reforms. The conclusion stresses that Serbia's EU accession process has slowed due to lack of political will and alignment with EU values.