Balkans
EU will revive Western Balkan enlargement gradually
An agreement on roaming shows that integration into the EU will proceed in a step-by-step manner
EUWestern Balkans will join the EU’s roaming-free zone
Abolishing roaming charges is a small step towards integration into the EU digital single market
EUEU will invest in Western Balkan transport corridors
The EU-supported upgrade of roads and railways hinges on funding, planning capacity and robust institutions
BalkansMigration fear may delay Balkan Schengen enlargement
Austria threatens to block Romania, Bulgaria and Croatia from entering the passport-free area
BalkansSerbia will struggle to implement climate goals
Despite EU incentives, phasing out coal and switching to renewables will be a challenge for the Western Balkans
SerbiaRussia will up its propaganda war in the Balkans
RT’s new on-line Balkan affiliate joins Sputnik Serbia and local pro-Russian media to push Kremlin-friendly views
SerbiaPoor air quality will pollute Balkan cities
Energy poverty and low environmental standards threaten public health in the region
SerbiaProspects for the Western Balkans in 2023
With EU accession lacking will and commitment, the region faces energy uncertainty, rising inflation and slowing growth
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