1971Family photograph
Plave zvezde in Zenica
A performance photograph from the family archive. The reverse is inscribed: 8 March 1971, Zenica.
Press · interviews · features
Voices of their time.
1970–1979
Biographical context
From music to precision engineering
Plave zvezde, the Tehničar precision-engineering workshop, and the first steps of the family business. Their beginnings are told in the biographical story, alongside photographs from the family archive.
In a recollection published by NIN in 2002, Dragomir Karić places a visit by Plave zvezde to Livno in spring 1970.
Later recollection: NIN, 2002 →The original Večernje novosti clipping “First Month in Profit”, dated 7 April 1979, has been found in the family archive and is listed below.
Open the verified 1979 record → Read the story of Plave zvezde and Tehničar →1979Family archive scan
First Month in Profit
An early newspaper report on the founding of Kosovo univerzum, growth from six to 14 employees, a first-month plan achieved at twice its target, and plans for a new 1,600-square-metre production hall.
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Author / interviewer: R. Milačić
1980–1989
1984Bibliographic record
The Karić Brothers’ Most Successful Hit Song
An early profile connects music, a garage workshop, family enterprise, exports and employees.
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Author / interviewer: Predrag Živančević
1987Original source linked
Yugoslav Entrepreneurs’ Success
A profile traces the family enterprise from a garage workshop to an industrial group.
Source details
Author / interviewer: Jackson Diehl
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 41
1988Bibliographic record
Work as a Recipe
A profile of Bogoljub as a director focuses on work, exports, organisation and employees.
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Author / interviewer: Miloš Đorđević
1988Family archive scan
Reviving Frozen Capital
A preview of an expert conference on activating unused capacity and developing small enterprise.
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Author / interviewer: M. Brkić
1988Family archive scan
Do Not Waste Wealth
An article on unused industrial resources and a conference organised in Peć.
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Author / interviewer: M. A.
1988Family archive scan
Reviving Idle Capital
A report on proposals presented at an expert conference to reactivate idle production capacity.
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Author / interviewer: S. Kačarević
1988Family archive scan
Factories at Half Capacity
Conclusions from a Peć conference on making better use of equipment, expertise and production capacity.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
1988Family archive scan
Nothing Without Competition
A report on small enterprise, competition and more productive use of existing capacity.
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Author / interviewer: M. B.
1988Family archive scan
Billions of Dollars’ Worth of Equipment Lies Idle
An article on unused equipment and the role of small enterprise in reviving production.
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Author / interviewer: S. K.
1988Bibliographic record
Unity Builds Factories
A family-business profile about unity, development and care for employees.
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Author / interviewer: Violeta Rašković
1988Family archive scan
Brothers in Ingenuity
A story about cooperation between family enterprises, a new factory and an enterprise model built on work.
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Author / interviewer: Miša Brkić
1988Historical context
A Warning Strike
An archival record of a workforce initiative during a difficult political and economic moment.
1988Original source linked
Peć Journal: A Poor Marxist Makes Good; Now He’s a Magnate
A reported profile of Peć, work and the family's entrepreneurial development.
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Author / interviewer: Henry Kamm
1988Historical context
The Karamazovs of Peć—Something More Than Pastry Shops
A substantial family and business profile covering the group’s growth, its Peć factory and the social setting of the time.
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Author / interviewer: Tamara Ognjević
1988Historical context
Who Is Bothered by the Matoshi Brothers’ Success?
The article is primarily about the Matoshi family, with the Karić family cited as a comparative example of family enterprise.
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Author / interviewer: Srđan Španović
1988Family archive scan
A Factory in Lipljan
A short report on an agreement for new production and business cooperation in Lipljan.
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Author / interviewer: S. K.
1988Historical context
Work Instead of Money
A report on employment, new production plants and business cooperation.
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Author / interviewer: U. B.; A. T.
1988Family archive scan
Plants to Stem Emigration
A report on opening production plants to create jobs and help people remain in their communities.
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Author / interviewer: D. Babić
1988Historical context
Agreement Builds a Factory
A follow-up on cooperation, investment and the launch of new production.
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Author / interviewer: A. T.; U. B.
1989Family archive scan
Every Minute Has Its Price
A report on productivity, work discipline and employee recognition at the Peć factory.
1989Family archive scan
Support for the Braća Karić Group’s Initiative
Local support for new production plants, employment and the return of people who had left.
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Author / interviewer: D. Mitrović
1989Historical context
Braća Karić Also Targeted
A short archival report on an attack on a housing cooperative amid the difficult conditions of the period.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
1989Historical context
Running at Full Steam in Two Shifts
A report on a factory operating in two shifts and cooperation among employees in difficult circumstances.
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Author / interviewer: M. A.
1989Historical context
Reform Stalls at the Municipality
A look at systemic barriers to enterprise and the practical effects of economic reform.
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Author / interviewer: M. Brkić
1989Historical context
Private Enterprise—The Crisis Began in 1974
An analysis of private enterprise and the place of the Braća Karić group in the development of small business.
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Author / interviewer: Miodrag Vujović
1990–1999
1990Family archive scan
The Braća Karić Business School
A short report on educating young people for enterprise and practical business skills.
1990Historical context
The Karić Alternative
A profile of family enterprise as an economic alternative of its time, written in its contemporary historical context.
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Author / interviewer: Miroslav Janković
1990Family archive scan
Pravda on the Karić Brothers
A short report on a favourable Pravda article about the business group and its reliability as a partner.
1990Family archive scan
New Braća Karić Factories
A report on plans for new production plants and jobs.
1990Family archive scan
Braća Karić to Build a Factory in Gojbulja
A short report on a planned factory and development programme in Gojbulja.
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Author / interviewer: Lj. K.
1990Family archive scan
Whoever Turns One Dinar into Two Succeeds
A business profile of Dragomir Karić and the group’s work in the USSR, including projects and a call for specialists.
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Author / interviewer: A. Čubrilo Kosovac
1990Family archive scan
The More Knowledge, the More Money
An article about expertise, specialists and the development of small enterprise.
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Author / interviewer: A. Čubrilo Kosovac
1990Historical context
Cooperation Between the City’s Economy and Braća Karić
A report on cooperation with Belgrade businesses, enterprise recovery and new jobs.
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Author / interviewer: N. T.
1990Original source linked
Small Enterprise, Knowledge and Specialist Staff
An archival continuation about small enterprise, knowledge and specialist staff.
1990Family archive scan
The Philosophy of Profit
A complete two-page interview with Bogoljub Karić on the business system, private ownership, expertise, banking and management education.
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Author / interviewer: Verica Đukanać
1990Historical context
I’ll Flood Belgrade with Work
A report on moving the group’s centre to Belgrade, new work, banking and cooperation with the city.
1990Family archive scan
Hotel Majestic Considers Partnership with Braća Karić
A report on a proposed partnership and tourism and business programme under consideration at the time.
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Author / interviewer: B. Anđelković
1990Family archive scan
Business Tailored to the Market: The Organisation of “Braća Karić”, Yugoslavia’s Largest and Most Dynamic Small-Business System
An overview of the organisation, manufacturing and international work of the Braća Karić group.
1990Family archive scan
Profit Is the Goal of Production
A report from an international business conference on cooperation between private and socially owned enterprises.
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Author / interviewer: S. Andrić
1990Family archive scan
Karić Bank—A New Model in the System: Competition with State Banks
An interview on founding a bank, connecting ideas with capital and a new model for financing production.
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Author / interviewer: Rade Ratković
1990Family archive scan
The Karić Brothers: From Poor Beginnings to Billionaires (I)—The Only Thing We Always Had in Abundance Was Unity
The first instalment explores family roots, Peć, faith, unity and early work.
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Author / interviewer: Budo Simonović
1990Family archive scan
The Karić Brothers: From Poor Beginnings to Billionaires (II)—Song Was What Kept Us Going…
The second instalment covers Plave zvezde, music, the first workshop and family decisions.
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Author / interviewer: Budo Simonović
1990Family archive scan
The Karić Brothers: From Poor Beginnings to Billionaires (III)—If the Japanese Can Do It, So Can the People of Peć
The final instalment focuses on work ethic, business principles, employees and international growth.
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Author / interviewer: Budo Simonović
1990Historical context
Programmes Under Review
A report on the review of a joint investment programme for industrial-equipment production.
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Author / interviewer: M. U.
1990Bibliographic record
Making Inroads into Moscow
A business report on early international projects in Moscow.
1990Family archive scan
The Karić Brothers Invest in Knin’s Economy
A short report on agreed investment programmes and economic cooperation in Knin.
1990Historical context
A New Building—A Better Life
A correction of the rumour that the Karić brothers were building an office building in New Belgrade; the article explains that Napred was constructing the Block 30 building for sale on the open market.
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Author / interviewer: S. Novakov
1990Family archive scan
With Faith in the Future
A report on business and technical cooperation between Braća Karić and Brodoimpex.
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Author / interviewer: O. D.
1990Family archive scan
Profit Is in the Agreement
A report on joint production and the partners’ plans for domestic and international markets.
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Author / interviewer: D. S. N.
1990Family archive scan
Serbian Orthodox Church Honour for the Karić Brothers
A report on a church honour awarded to the Karić brothers for charitable work and support for the Serbian Orthodox Church.
1990Family archive scan
Cooperation Agreement Signed by Braća Karić and Israel’s Eisenberg
A report on an international agreement for business cooperation and new programmes.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
1990Family archive scan
Braća Karić’s Export Drive
A short business report on expanding exports and international activity.
1990Family archive scan
A New Braća Karić Factory
A report on a new electromechanical factory in Vitomirica, near Peć.
Source details
Author / interviewer: P. N.
1990Family archive scan
A New Export Contract
A short report on a new export contract with a Swiss partner.
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Author / interviewer: M. Br.
1990Family archive scan
Domestic Goods in Europe
A report on exporting domestic products and placing them on European markets.
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Author / interviewer: D. S.
1993Original source linked
Cooperation Between the Serbian Academy of Sciences and Arts and “Braća Karić”
A report on five-year cooperation in education, science, research and development.
1993Original source linked
The Novospassky Monastery Choir Visits Serbia
An archival report on the choir's visit and a charity concert for children without parental care.
1993Original source linked
The Vidovdan Charity Concert
An archival report on the programme and charitable purpose of the Vidovdan concert.
1995Original source linked
Cypriot Athletes for Refugees
A report on the Karić Brothers Foundation and aid to refugee centres and children.
1995Original source linked
Simultaneous Chess Exhibitions for Refugee Children
A report on Anatoly Karpov's arrival at the invitation of the Karić Brothers Foundation and announced simultaneous chess exhibitions in Peć and Belgrade, with proceeds intended for refugee children.
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Author / interviewer: T. M.
1995Original source linked
In the Service of Development
An article about Karić Brothers University, modern programmes and education for development.
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Author / interviewer: T. P.
1996Bibliographic record
An Easter Message to the Diaspora
A conversation about the diaspora, faith, family and investment at home.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 66
1997Original source linked
A Student Film Omnibus About Love
A report on collaboration between the Academy of Arts at Karić Brothers University and MP Agency: three student films, work with professional crews and participation in a short-film festival.
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Author / interviewer: V. V. Golubović
1998Original source linked
Encouraging Creativity and Creative Achievement
An article about the Foundation's award as support for outstanding creative achievement.
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Author / interviewer: I. G.
1999Original source linked
Mission Accomplished: The Congressman Who Pulled Strings for POWs’ Release
A supplementary archival reference to Bogoljub as a contact in efforts to secure the release of three American soldiers.
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Author / interviewer: Kevin Merida
1999Bibliographic record
Bogoljub Karić’s People-to-People Diplomacy
A profile and interview about connecting people and people's diplomacy.
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Author / interviewer: Mark Denis
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 104–113
1999Bibliographic record
Frontiers That Link, and Frontiers That Separate
An interview about peace, the economy and links between people.
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Author / interviewer: Bernhardt Kuppers
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 114–120
1999Bibliographic record
This Is a Great Day!
An interview about peace, the end of conflict and regional reconstruction.
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Author / interviewer: Bill Glaubber
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 127
2000–2009
2000Original source linked
Dr Laza Lazarević Hospital Renovated
A Tanjug report on the reopening of the renovated Dr Laza Lazarević hospital. It quotes Sreten Karić as saying that the Foundation allocated around 20 million dinars to the renovation.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
2000Bibliographic record
The West and the Reconstruction of Yugoslavia
An interview about reconstruction, investment and international work.
Source details
Author / interviewer: Massimo Nava
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 145
2001Bibliographic record
Transition Means a Change in Mindset
An interview about transition, small businesses, telecommunications and education.
Source details
Author / interviewer: D. Woodward
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 161
2001Bibliographic record
A Leader of Entrepreneurial Serbia
An interview about starting in a garage, work, education and entrepreneurship.
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Author / interviewer: C. Weiser; F. Duperage
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 164
2001Bibliographic record
I Always Seem to Work
An interview about creative work, work ethic, family and the Foundation.
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Author / interviewer: S. Hinchey; K. Sanders
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 167
2001Original source linked
Support for Belgrade Kindergartens
A report on support for Belgrade kindergartens through food, educational materials and toys.
2002Original source linked
The Beatles of Kosovo and Metohija
Dragomir Karić recalls Plave zvezde, Mladost, the Gitarijada and a visit to Livno in spring 1970.
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Author / interviewer: Dragomir Karić
2003Bibliographic record
We Shall Create New Links
An interview about small enterprise, regional connections and a common market.
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Author / interviewer: M. Lucic-Cavic; B. Stepanovic
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 202
2003Original source linked
Association of Yugoslav Industrialists and Entrepreneurs
A presentation of the association's history and programme: Karić's initiative, a 1987 gathering in Peć, business education, and regional and international cooperation.
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Author / interviewer: Vreme editorial staff
2003Bibliographic record
A Businessman and a Politician
An interview about family enterprise, entrepreneurship and economic links across the Balkans.
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Author / interviewer: Thomas Blaz
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia: Interviews 1977–2007 (Belgrade, 2008), p. 209
2003Original source linked
Album of Kindness
A chronicle in which the Foundation presents its support for hospitals, children's clinics and vulnerable families, medical equipment and charitable programmes from 1990 to 2003.
2003Original source linked
Album of Kindness
A chronicle in which the Foundation presents its support for places of worship, monasteries and cultural programmes, including assistance to Islamic and Catholic institutions.
2009Original source linked
The “Braća Karić” Award Presented to Its Recipients
A news-agency report on the recipients and continuity of the Foundation's award.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
2010–2019
2012Original source linked
Karić Brothers Foundation Awards Presented
A report on culture, spirituality and recipients including the sisterhood of the Patriarchate of Peć.
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Author / interviewer: A. K.
2015Bibliographic record
Putin Offers Serbia Deals Worth Ten Billion Dollars
An article about exports and proposed opportunities for Serbian–Russian economic cooperation.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 72
2016Bibliographic record
We Would Invite the Dutch and Israelis!
Statements about agriculture, expertise and possible international partnerships.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 93
2016Bibliographic record
I Will Be the Most Devoted Servant of Serbia
A news-agency report about returning and an intention to contribute experience to Serbia.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 122
2017Original source linked
Family Is the Serbian Fortress
An authored essay about family as a foundation for individuals and society.
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Author / interviewer: Bogoljub Karić
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 144
2017Bibliographic record
Peace and Stability—Stop Nationalism!
An article about peace, stability and shared economic interests.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 155
2017Bibliographic record
There Are Days When We All Must Come Together, Regardless of Disagreements
A television conversation about family, faith, tradition and togetherness across generations.
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Author / interviewer: Tijana Prica; Ognjen Nestorovic
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 188
2018Bibliographic record
Making New Belgrade the Region’s Wall Street
An article about proposals for Belgrade's development, a financial centre and affordable housing.
Source details
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 202
2018Bibliographic record
Belgrade Needs Hundreds of Thousands of Square Metres of New Construction Each Year
An interview about housing construction, urban development and the domestic economy.
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Author / interviewer: Nina Aralica
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 233
2018Bibliographic record
Serbia Has Become a Prominent Tourist Destination
An article about tourism, rural areas, spa destinations and the environment.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 239
2018Original source linked
Bogoljub Karić: Investment in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and the ICT Sector Is Serbia’s Future
The article presents a view of innovation, entrepreneurship and information technology.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 242
2018Bibliographic record
We Use Smart-Building Principles
A television conversation about smart cities, new technology and economic cooperation.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 243
2020–2029
2020Original source linked
Do You Remember the Ex-Yugoslav Rock Band the Karić Brothers Formed with Albanians? It Was Called “Plave zvezde”
A music retrospective about friendship, youth and a multi-ethnic band from Peć.
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Author / interviewer: Telegraf.rs
2020Original source linked
Bogoljub Karić Recalls the “Plave zvezde” Ensemble, with Which He Performed Across Yugoslavia
Reported personal recollections of performances, youth and musical beginnings.
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Author / interviewer: Telegraf.rs
2020Bibliographic record
In Memory of My Late Father, Janićije
A personal remembrance of his father, Janićije, a family role model remembered for his kindness and generosity.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 312
2021Original source linked
Karić Brothers Foundation Receives the Exceptional Vuk Award for 2020
A piece on the Exceptional Vuk Award for 2020 presented to the Karić Brothers Foundation for contributions to culture, science and education, with a retrospective on its founding and charitable work.
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Author / interviewer: P.O.
2021Bibliographic record
I Plan to Get Involved
An interview about a genetics laboratory in Niš, science and contributions from the diaspora.
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Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 314
2021Original source linked
50th Jubilee Presentation of the “Zlatni beočug” Award
A report from the anniversary awards ceremony at the National Theatre. The Karić Brothers Foundation is listed among recipients of the Charter for lasting contributions to Belgrade's culture for 2020.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
2021Original source linked
Half a Century of “Plave zvezde”, the Karić Brothers’ Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble
A report on the musical story of Plave zvezde, photographs and family memories.
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Author / interviewer: Telegraf.rs / FoNet
2021Original source linked
Unity and Understanding Bring Success and Joy to Every Family
A piece about family unity, togetherness and values.
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Author / interviewer: Telegraf.rs
2021Bibliographic record
Swimming in High Waves
An extensive conversation about family, business and a life journey.
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Author / interviewer: Ivana Savić
Collection reference: The Strength of Serbia II: Interviews 2013–2022 (Belgrade, 2022), p. 336
2022Original source linked
Karić Brothers Foundation Awards Ceremony
A television archive note about the Foundation's awards ceremony.
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Author / interviewer: RTS
2023Original source linked
“My Dear Ones, a Great Day Has Dawned for Me and My Mara”: Bogoljub and Milanka Karić Celebrate Their Golden Wedding Anniversary (VIDEO)
A family chronicle marking fifty years of marriage for Bogoljub and Milanka Karić. Blic relays his personal post about the anniversary, gratitude to his wife and their life together.
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Author / interviewer: Blic
2023Original source linked
The First Yugoslav Capitalist—Bogoljub Karić
A long conversation about Peć, family, work, music and entrepreneurial beginnings.
2024Original source linked
The Braća Karić Award: 27th Ceremony at the National Theatre in Belgrade
A television note on the continuing award and its laureates.
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Author / interviewer: RTS
2024Original source linked
Book Fair: Presentation of Serbs from Kosovo and Metohija in the 20th and 21st Centuries at the Office for Kosovo and Metohija Stand
A report on the presentation of Dragoslav Ćetković's lexicon, published by the Karić Brothers Foundation and Obeležja plus, with Milanka Karić participating in a discussion on preserving cultural memory.
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Author / interviewer: Tanjug
2025Original source linked
The Karić Brothers: A Part of Our History—From Peć to Vision
A retrospective article about Peć, faith, family, work and entrepreneurial beginnings.
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Author / interviewer: A. G.
2026Original source linked
Bogoljub Karić: As Long as a Family Stays Together, No One Can Easily Defeat It
A piece about family, the Patriarchate of Peć, Jefimija and Plave zvezde.
2026Original source linked
Serbia Must Not Wait: It Is Time for a New Economic Revolution
A vision for Serbia's new industrialisation, stronger domestic capital, higher-value exports and conditions that encourage young people to stay or return. IFIMES is the original publisher; the linked outlets carry the same authored article.
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Author / interviewer: Bogoljub J. Karić
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