Europe in brief: Várhelyi on economic growth plan for Western Balkans

Europe in brief: Várhelyi on economic growth plan for Western Balkans

European Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi has announced a new plan for economic growth in the Western Balkans. Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel will travel to Washington to discuss issues including import tariffs, climate change and Russia’s war on Ukraine. The European Commission says there have been fewer illegal crossings at the Austrian-Slovenian border.

State of play after 15 years of Kosovo’s independence

State of play after 15 years of Kosovo’s independence

Today, Kosovo marks the 15th anniversary of its declaration of independence from Serbia. While the EU continues to facilitate a dialogue aimed at normalizing relations between Serbia and Kosovo, Belgrade is balancing between its ties with Russia and China and its wish for EU membership.