Albania’s counter-terrorism
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Albania’s counter-terrorism policy in the face of evolving terrorist threats
Albania’s counter-terrorism policy in the face of evolving terrorist threats

Author(s): Luiza Wojnicz
Subject(s): Security and defense, Peace and Conflict Studies
Published by: Instytut Europy Środkowej
Keywords: Albania; terrorism; radicalization; religion;

Summary/Abstract: This topic explores the dynamic landscape of terrorist threatsin Albania and delves into the country’s counter-terrorism policies. Analys-ing the evolving nature of these threats, the discussion will focus on Alba-nia’s strategic initiatives, cooperation, and existing institutions. By analysingthe multifaceted dimensions of Albania’s counter-terrorism efforts, this studyaims to shed light on the country’s commitment to protecting its citizens andcontributing to global security. The aim of the article is to analyse the terroristthreat in Albania and the anti-terrorist policy pursued. Two research methodswere used in the article, i.e. the institutional-legal method and the contentanalysis method. Both methods allowed the analysis of selected normativeacts and the selection of institutions dedicated to the fight against terrorism.With the use of a selected content analysis relating to the developing situa-tion in Albania in recent years, the author indicates the reasons for the occur-rence of possible terrorist threats and evaluates whether Albania is a countrywith a low terrorist threat.

  • Issue Year: 22/2024
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 159-174
  • Page Count: 16
  • Language: English
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