Balkans
The winners of this sudden back-wave of migration will be cities (not countries) that are able to attract and retain newcomers.
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June 28, 2021
U.S. Bulgaria Sanctions — a Warning Shot Across the EU’s Backyard
Until now, the U.S. had done little to combat the growing consolidation of power among corrupt oligarchs in EU nations
June 11, 2021
EU Adrift in the West Balkans
The longer the EU neglects to establish a clear, concise, and deliberate strategy, the more it risks alienating Western Balkan countries.
June 9, 2021
Bulgaria’s Stalemate May Yet Be Broken
However, the political waters are now muddier
June 4, 2021
Serbia’s Vaccine Diplomacy Can Build Balkan Trust
Serbia is working to make this a reality, one jab at a time
April 20, 2021
We Must Maintain Our Guard in the Black Sea
The Black Sea remains an important region for stability, security, and economic prosperity in Eastern Europe
April 19, 2021
Bosnia & Herzegovina: Targeted Western Aid Can Heal Divides
In 2005, the world’s first statue dedicated to the martial arts actor Bruce Lee was unveiled, not as you might imagine in his hometown of San Francisco, nor in Hong Kong where he was raised, but in Mostar, Bosnia and Hercegovina (BiH).
April 19, 2021
The Western Balkans: China and Russia Steal a March
Despite historically sporadic involvement in the Western Balkans, the U.S. signaled a shift in priorities when former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visited Montenegro and North Macedonia in October.
April 16, 2021
In the Balkans, Serbia Has Its Own Vaccine Diplomacy
Covid-19 vaccines have a powerful political value for smaller countries too
March 3, 2021
Military Mobility Appendix 4: Western Balkans
Europe’s Soft Underbelly