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27 Jan 12 / 14:12:52

Lustration Should Not be About Purges

The lustration process in Macedonia is one of several in the region that have gone horribly wrong - becoming a tool by which the authorities stigmatise their enemies.

09 Mar 10 / 17:54:48

Crisis Will Not Shake Fundamentals of Greek Diplomacy

In spite of its current economic troubles,  the broad thrust of Greek foreign policy – on the  Macedonia name dispute and other issues – will remain unaltered.
21 Dec 09 / 14:11:02

Romania Still Haunted by its 'Stolen Revolution'

Our BIRN correspondent recalls the stirring events of 20 years ago, which toppled a hated regime but which now leave many people feeling ambivalent.

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27 Aug 09 / 07:50:35

A Requiem for the Romanian Language on the Pop Charts

Andrew Kerr laments the increasing use of English by Romanian Pop Stars.

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26 Jun 09 / 09:36:02

Lessons for the Balkans from Belfast

The expulsion of Roma families from their homes in Northern Ireland shows how wrong the application of multi-culturalism can go when it is half-hearted.
07 Feb 08 / 08:42:24

Why We Aren't Free Yet

A new study shows that economic freedom is still repressed in southeast Europe, and corruption is the biggest reason why.

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04 Feb 08 / 06:18:48

The Balkans: Time to Re-engage

After its half-hearted commitment of recent years, the West needs to redouble its efforts to save the Balkans from renewed instability and the “failed state” syndrome.

10 Dec 07 / 08:32:43

Brussels' Negative Tone Helps Create New European Divide

Bulgarian and Romanian accession should be greeted with real enthusiasm, not grumbles about cheap labour.
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10 Dec 07 / 08:32:43

Russia Frets Over Kosovo Independence

Moscow reluctant to back creation of new state, worried it could fuel separatist ambitions of restless Russian regions.
10 Dec 07 / 08:32:43

Quietly, the Western Balkans is Moving Towards European Integration

Longer time frames and stricter entry procedures should be used to equip Balkan states for eventual membership.
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10 Dec 07 / 08:32:22

Neighbours Start Working Together on Foreign Policy Goals

Balkan states are realising that cooperation, not competition, is the key to success in reaching the goal of EU and NATO membership.
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10 Dec 07 / 08:32:22

Drifting Between Protectionism and Integration

Hesitant and indecisive trade liberalisation, resulting in low foreign investment, is one factor behind region’s slow integration.
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10 Dec 07 / 08:32:22

Slovenia to Push for Balkan Integration as EU President

Ljubljana seeks a grand bargain on the Western Balkans – accelerated track to the EU for all the Western Balkan states.
10 Dec 07 / 08:32:22

Romania's Political Drama is Losing an Audience

Once popular president may be deluding himself if he thinks the masses are still engaged in his political squabbles.
06 Nov 07 / 03:32:17

Sleeping Rough in the Queen's Gardens

A farcical furore over Romanians in London reminds us why restricting labour migration in a free Europe is wrongheaded