[Book talk] “Marko Nikezic. A Diplomat at the Center of the Cold War” – Petar Žarković
“Marko Nikezić was a “true politician,” a revolutionary with a deep appreciation for art, a keen interest in history, fluency in several languages, and a worldly presence in the diplomatic service of a globally influential nation. In a time far more political and dynamic than today’s, despite the one-party system, Nikezić emerges as an essential figure—an architect, analyst, and practitioner in the political sphere. Petar Žarković, drawing on extensive archival sources, primarily from DSIP/SSIP and other Belgrade collections, effectively highlights in one comprehensive work the significance of Nikezić’s diplomatic and political contributions, reflecting both the nation he served and the broader global dimensions of the policies he shaped and led.” — Prof. Dr. Tvrtko Jakovina, from his review.
Participants: Tvrtko Jakovina (The Faculty of Philosophy, Zagreb), Milivoj Bešlin (IFDT). Natalija Dimić Lompar (The Institute for Recent History of Serbia), and Petar Žarković (IFDT).
Moderator: Tijana Matijević