Pitfalls of the European Union Approach Towards the Western Balkans: A Regional Perspective
Pitfalls of the European Union Approach Towards the Western Balkans: A Regional Perspective
Author(s): Velislav IvanovSubject(s): Governance, International relations/trade, EU-Accession / EU-DEvelopment, Geopolitics
Published by: Udruženje “Pravnik”
Keywords: European Union; Western Balkans; enlargement policy;
Summary/Abstract: This article assesses the approach of the European Union in its enlargement policy towards the Western Balkans. A brief comparison with the Eastern enlargement exposes three main differences: an ambiguous membership perspective, hard conditionality policies, and an exclusive individual approach for each country. These are argued to be insufficient engagement on part of the Union and have unwittingly tolerated the establishment of “stabilitocracies” in the region. A number of proposals for overcoming the unfavourable situation are outlined as a conclusion.
Journal: International Journal on Rule of Law, Transitional Justice and Human Rights
- Issue Year: 8/2017
- Issue No: 8
- Page Range: 14-23
- Page Count: 10
- Language: English