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Kosor Finds Her Voice on Sexism in Croatia
The country’s first woman prime minister is no hard-line feminist – but her experience in the top job in politics has prompted her to speak out about the problems women face.
Croat Activists Learn Art of Street Democracy
Throwing off their country’s reputation for passivity, a restless new generation of protesters has decided that direct action tactics yield best results.
High Noon in Slovenia ' A Referendum and the Future of Balkan Enlargement
On Sunday, Slovenia’s citizens will cast their votes in a referendum on a question of apparently modest global significance: Are you in favour of a law ratifying an arbitration agreement between Slovenia and Croatia over a minor territorial dispute?
Lack of Political Will Thwarts Anticorruption Efforts
Following warnings from the European Union that the bloc won’t admit countries still mired in corruption, governments in the Balkans have lined up to proclaim “zero tolerance” for corrupt behaviour. But how serious are they?
Arkan's Bloodstained 'Tigers' Escape Punishment
No indictments appear in sight for any former members of the feared Serbian paramilitary unit that left carnage and death in its wake as it rampaged and looted through Croatia and Bosnia.
Global Crisis Adds to Pressures on Cultural Field
At a time when cultural policies in the region are struggling to adapt to the changes posed by the transition process, the world financial downturn is adding to the pressures.
Future Location of the Hague Archives Remains Uncertain
Although the Tribunal is scheduled to close in February 2014 important decisions about its gigantic archive have yet to be made and views differ sharply on its future location.
Bulgaria Stubbs Out Strict Smoking Ban
Much to the disappointment of tobacco haters, Sofia has backed down on plans to outlaw smoking in cafes and restaurants, saying it will inflict too much damage on the hospitality industry.
The F Word
Social networking has become a part of the daily lives of many people across the world and Serbia and Serbians are amongst the most active participants, spawning the launch of websites about websites and even events related to websites. What the F is it all about?
Polancec Arrest Heats up Croatia Corruption Battle
Deputy prime minister’s arrest over the Podravka affair shows new government is getting tough in the war on official fraud – though some fear Polancec is being made a scapegoat.
'Captain Dragan', Man of Many Identities
Dragan Vasiljkovic would have been the first Australian citizen to be extradited to another county, in this case Croatia, where he is a war-crime suspect, had he not gone into hiding.
Croatia Unions Fight Plan for More Flexible Workforce
While unions say proposed changes will undermine workers’ pay and conditions, some economists say Croatia’s labour market is too rigid and makes the country uncompetitive.
Secure Gas Supplies Will Empower Balkan Integration
Energy projects in the Western Balkans have the potential to act as an important catalyst for regional integration – but also, if mishandled, to reverse positive trends.
Croatia Farmers Face Struggle for Survival in EU
As subsidies shrink and competition from Europe grows, many family farms have a fight on their hands if they're not to go under.
Balkan Economies Brace for Fallout from Greece Crisis
Greece has been the economic motor of the region in recent years. As a result, its severe financial troubles hold consequences for several countries beyond its borders.
