Western Balkans Untangled @WBUntangled

Written by Dr @d_koci, the latest article explores how the #Balkans were rediscovered in Western literature during the 19th century through travel, shaping new ideas around the region as well as within it. wbuntangled.com/articles/the-r…

The latest article outlines the infrastructure ambitions, the geopolitical interests, and the primary economic and environmental challenges surrounding the Port of #Bar in #Montenegro. wbuntangled.com/articles/monte…

Ethnic political parties register wide consensus in the #WB, representing a double-edged sword: while guaranteeing political representation, a political system shaped along ethnic lines creates obstacles to the development of programme-based #politics. wbuntangled.com/articles/votin…

Written by policy analyst and journalist @GjKajana, the latest article delves into the struggle of the Albanian commander Skanderbeg against the Ottoman Empire during the 15th century. wbuntangled.com/articles/15th-…

In #Serbia, while #democracy indicators raise concerns regarding the state of political and civil rights, the EU's voice is often perceived as soft when addressing this situation. To understand what "Stabilitocracy" means, check the latest article! wbuntangled.com/articles/a-dan…

The #WB6 sit at a strategic geographic and political juncture between East and West, giving #Russia's interests a multifaceted character. Check the new article to understand why and how the Kremlin exerts its influence in the region! wbuntangled.com/articles/the-w…

The latest article analyses #Albania's #vetting of judges and prosecutors and the establishment of the Special Structure Against Corruption and Crime (#SPAK) to fight widespread corruption, highlighting these mechanisms' achievements and implications. wbuntangled.com/articles/the-v…

💶Maybe you did not know that the Euro is the sole official currency in #Kosovo and #Montenegro, even though they are neither #EU Member States nor part of the #EUrozone. To find out how this is possible, check the latest article: wbuntangled.com/articles/euro-…

Did you know that Bosnia and Herzegovina has three Presidents? This unique system was created in 1995 with the signing of the #DaytonAgreement. The latest article explores how Dayton continues to shape #BiH's present. wbuntangled.com/articles/livin…

While it was the first #WesternBalkan country to sign a SAA with the #EU, #NorthMacedonia's accession process has been stalled multiple times due to bilateral disputes with its neighbours. Check the latest article to find out more! wbuntangled.com/articles/north…

The US announcement to withdraw from @rccint's Governing Boards may signal a reduced emphasis on institutionalised regional cooperation programmes and their intended positive impact on the local populations. The words of Secretary General @amer_kap on the case:

Amer Kapetanovic @amer_kap

5 months ago

We learned about the decision of the United States to withdraw from the Governing Board of the Regional Cooperation Council through the media this morning. We are still awaiting an official notification from the United States, which we hope will clarify the details of this

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What is going on with the EU accession process of the Western Balkan countries? Check the first article to understand the journey towards EU membership of the WB6, as well as challenges and opportunities for both sides! #WesternBalkans #EU wbuntangled.com/articles/the-w…