ECONOMIC COOPERATION IN SOUTH-EASTERN EUROPE IN THE FRAMEWORK OF EU INTEGRATION PROCESSES
ECONOMIC COOPERATION IN SOUTH-EASTERN EUROPE IN THE FRAMEWORK OF EU INTEGRATION PROCESSES

Summary/Abstract: The paper discussed the fact that the internationalization and integration processes hide a real danger for a new division in Europe, where in the course of time the Balkan region will form the new European economic periphery. The role that the macro-geographical factor plays for the establishment of this new regional economic phenomenon is observed. It is outlined why the only possible and feasible option for Balkan countries to attempt to reduce or offset the disadvantages of their peripheral location or isolation should be implemented by developing regional cooperation among those countries. The understanding that cross-border cooperation can be accepted as an “optimal” policy for the time being is defended. The main advantages and obstacles for implementing regional and cross-border cooperation are discussed. Finally some policy implications and conclusions are presented.

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