EU-Western Balkans: Warm words but no wins expected at summit in Brussels
Despite Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and China’s growing power on the world stage, progress in expanding the European Union to include new member states has been slow.
How Green is South-East Europe?
Green movements are on the rise in the Western Balkans and the broader area. Do they have a chance of success and will they be able to play a role in the region’s environmental future?
Europe in brief: Far-right Eurosceptic leader wins Dutch elections
Dutch far-right politician Geert Wilders, known for his anti-EU rhetoric, has won a landslide victory in the 2023 Dutch general election. Albanian Finance Minister Ervin Mete said the country will benefit with one billion euros from EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. The European Parliament has rejected the Commission’s proposal to reduce the use of chemical pesticides.
Europe in brief: Breakthrough in migration debate
First Germany blocked, then Italy. Now, after weeks of wrangling, the member states have agreed on new rules on migration. Also: Roberta Metsola wants Western Balkans to belong to the EU. European Political Community meets in Granada, Spain.
Croatia celebrates 10 years in the EU – membership remains remote for neighbouring countries
A decade ago, Croatia became the then 28th member of the European Union. The country has achieved its strategic goals, but membership has led to a significant population outflow. In the meantime, neighbouring countries are still in the waiting room.