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The State of the Rule of Law in Bulgaria: Challenges in the Judiciary and Corruption

In Bulgaria, the rule of law remains a central concern that affects not only the judiciary but also public trust...

Plamen Nikolov

Libraries as Community Hubs: How Gradska knjižnica Rijeka is Transforming the City

In today’s world, public libraries have evolved beyond mere book lending. They serve as open, safe, and stimulating spaces where...

Sebastijan Vugrin

Reviving Shelter: The Ukraine War and the EU’s Geopolitical Awakening

“Shelter is an alliance relationship in which small states alleviate their political, economic, and social vulnerabilities by allying with large...

Jade Rouillé

Beyond Tariffs: The EU’s Path Forward in a Time of Economic Nationalism

End of an Era? On April 2nd, named ‘Liberation Day’ by the United States’ (US) administration, President Trump announced a...

Cleo Papaioannou

What if there is a fairer system? Justice and the distribution of resources beyond capitalism

In a world where inequality and wealth concentration are growing problems, more and more young people are questioning the current...

Irena Hojsak

Assessing Media Freedom Across Europe: Key Challenges and Recommendations

All eyes on you: With the European Media Freedom Act proposal being insufficient in protecting journalists’ safety and freedom, recent...

Mia Tufegdžić

Public Participation in Environmental Decision-Making in Serbia: Progress and Challenges

Serbia, as a candidate country for European Union (EU) membership, has undertaken significant efforts to harmonise its environmental legislation with...

Anka Stanković

Moving Past Stagnation: Strategies and Possibilities for the Pristina-Belgrade Dialogue

Amid the unfolding tensions in northern Kosovo, a new EU-mediated agreement emerged. Known initially as the Franko-German Plan, this draft-proposal...

Taulant Ferati

Energy Poverty in the Western Balkans

In recent years, energy poverty has emerged as a critical issue across Europe. However, its impact is particularly severe in...

Marija Panić

The Digital Sphere as the New Battlefield for the Rule of Law

Unlike many protests that have taken place in the region in recent years from Montenegro and Albania to Bosnia and...

Jelena Pjetri

Sustainable Tourism in Bosnia and Herzegovina: Aligning with the SDGs for Environmental Protection and Economic Growth

Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) is often described as a land of natural beauty and cultural diversity. While this is true,...

Adnan Solak

Current Situation on Rule of Law in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Step Back or Forward?

Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) has faced significant challenges in establishing and maintaining the rule of law since the end of...

Petar Babić

Sustainable Development in Civil Society Organizations of Bosnia and Herzegovina: The Role of Women’s Association “Mozaik“ from Veliko Čajno

Introduction Sustainable development is a critical objective for Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), aiming to balance economic growth, social inclusion, and...