The Political Landscape in Kosovo since the Declaration of Independence
The Political Landscape in Kosovo since the Declaration of Independence
Author(s): Hilde Katrine HaugSubject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: De Gruyter Oldenbourg
Summary/Abstract: Abstract. This article assesses the evolution of the political landscape in Kosovo since its declaration of independence in 2008. It focuses on the first steps of institutional state- and democracy-building under the supervision of the international community. Secondly, it discusses Serb-Albanian Relations, both in the context of Serbia’s contestation of Kosovo’s status and on the local level within Kosovo. With international assistance, considerable progress has been made in establishing a new governance framework, even though huge challenges still remain. Power struggles have led to a fragmentation of the Kosovar political landscape. Political conflicts, personal animosities and the socio-economic challenges facing the government constitute potential threats to Kosovo’s stability. At the same time, the security situation has somewhat improved.
Journal: Südosteuropa. Zeitschrift für Politik und Gesellschaft
- Issue Year: 2010
- Issue No: 01
- Page Range: 41-66
- Page Count: 26
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