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Parliament to take up Kosovo privatisations

2013-05-21

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A parliamentary commission is expected to discuss the work of the agency.
Inzko: International community needs to take action in BiH

2013-05-21

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According to BiH High Representative Valentin Inzko, the international community is the country's only hope.
Corruption case shocks Romanian justice system

2013-05-21

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A high-profile corruption case has sparked calls for radical overhaul in the justice system.
Political dialogue, civil society programmes help overcome regional divisions

2013-05-20

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Ongoing efforts of political parties and NGOs help fuel peaceful transformation.
Kosovo looks to EU trade agreement

2013-05-20

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Kosovo officials expect an economic boost from the forthcoming EU trade agreement.
Vucic urges Kosovo Serbs to accept 'the future'

2013-05-20

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Serbia Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vucic met with Kosovo Serbs in the hopes that they will accept the Belgrade-Pristina agreement.
Artists with disabilities send messages of regional peace

2013-05-20

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Regional art colonies help to bridge cultural gaps.
Bloggers want corruption in health care stopped

2013-05-18

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Medical workers' low income leads to corruption in region's health care system "directly affecting" patients' health, bloggers said.
Analysts support Greek sale of gambling monopoly

2013-05-18

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The sale of Greek gambling monopoly OPAP is a start on the privatisation path, analysts say.
Regional energy shortages require co-operation, analysts say

2013-05-18

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In order to prevent frequent electricity shortages, the Balkans should focus on joint energy projects, according to energy analysts.
Croatia works to erase phantom voters

2013-05-17

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With local elections set for Sunday, the ministry of public administration says efforts to establish accurate voter lists is ongoing.
Albanians in Presevo Valley want guaranteed rights

2013-05-17

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The majority of citizens believe dialogue and political solutions will guarantee their rights.
Bulgarian and Turkish truckers look to remove obstacles

2013-05-17

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Recent trucker protests at the Turkish-Bulgarian border briefly halted trade and created long delays, drawing attention to restrictive customs and tr...
Miskovic indictments help anti-corruption efforts

2013-05-16

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By pressing charges stemming from corruption against one of Serbia's most influential businessmen, observers said the state is earning the public's s...
Officials disappointed in Islamic community's boycott

2013-05-16

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Despite calls for tolerance and co-operation, the Islamic Religious Community boycotted the recent world religious conference.
Report highlights state of children's health

2013-05-16

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Turkey and the Balkans show signs of progress following investments in medical services.
Case puts Kosovo, Macedonia at an extradition impasse

2013-05-15

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The suspects' dual Kosovo-Macedonian citizenship may delay or even stop their extradition from Kosovo to Macedonia.
Church dignitaries face criticism after remarks

2013-05-15

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Some Serbian priests joined north Kosovo Serbs in a protest last week.
Kosovo, Albania look to boost Middle East relations

2013-05-15

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Experts advocate a more pragmatic foreign policy between majority Muslim nations and the Middle East.
Bulgaria, Turkey working on energy projects

2013-05-15

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The joint working groups will target the Nabucco gas pipeline. Also in business news: The International Financial Corporation is holding bank trainin...
Bulgarians await formation of a new government

2013-05-14

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As expected, Sunday's early parliamentary elections in Bulgaria failed to produce a clear winner.
New corruption charges seen as an indictment of BiH politics

2013-05-14

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Authorities say FBiH Deputy Prime Minister Jerko Ivankovic-Lijanovic and others bought votes to sway the 2010 election.
Experts: Religion not an excuse for crimes

2013-05-14

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An attempt to try to link the murder of domestic violence victim Diana Kastrati to religious "punishment" has experts and citizens crying foul.
Region tackles unofficial border crossing points

2013-05-14

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Smugglers and travelers use border villages, mountains, rivers and forests to illegally cross borders.
Extremists exploit poverty, youth in recruiting efforts

2013-05-13

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Economic opportunity and education are necessary tools in halting spread of extremism among youth.
Macedonian police work with Germany, Austria to bust 'Frankfurt Mafia'

2013-05-13

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Co-ordinated international police action packs a punch to drug group.
Serbia mining at centre of debate

2013-05-13

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Critics say that expansions at Kolubara mines are damaging to the environment and local communities.
Muslims: Murder must not be motivated by religion

2013-05-13

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Murder for religious motives goes against Islamic beliefs, experts say.
Youth project promotes civic engagement

2013-05-13

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YouthBank fosters youth engagement and social responsibility.
Immigrant shooting shakes Greek blogosphere

2013-05-11

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The shooting of 29 immigrant workers in Greece last month set off a howl of protest and sparked debates on blogs.
Authorities strive to resolve housing issue

2013-05-11

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More than 620 families from Belgrade and 100 from Pristina have received apartments.
EU urges Albania to protect industrial and intellectual property

2013-05-11

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Industrial and intellectual property protection in Albania will boost the country's economy and attract investors, experts say.
Wiretapping scandal hijacks election campaign in Bulgaria

2013-05-10

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The focus of the early parliamentary elections has been overshadowed by a recent wiretapping case.
Police deal blow to artifact theft in Macedonia

2013-05-10

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Officials from the office for protection of cultural heritage are among 19 suspects arrested.
Accused crime boss arrest is a 'kick' to regional drug trade

2013-05-09

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Naser Kelmendi is suspected of running one a major drug trafficking routes through the Balkans.
Region looking for ways to improve railroads

2013-05-09

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One possible solution is to open the market to foreign investors, according to one advisor.
New DNA database will increase crime fight, co-operation abilities

2013-05-09

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Experts said the new system marks a radical turn in fighting and preventing criminal activity.
Sanader trials show commitment to fight corruption, analysts say

2013-05-08

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Citizens say that joining the EU will also help boost the fight against corruption.
Analysts question new transfer of authority law

2013-05-08

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The Bosnia and Herzegovina government passed the amendments to the state law on conflicts of interest, but NGOs claim the changes fall short of trans...
Regional meetings strengthen co-operation against corruption, crime

2013-05-08

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Communication and regional-level discussion are some of the most effective tools in the fight against organised crime and corruption, officials and e...
New 5-euro note in circulation

2013-05-08

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Watermarks, holograms and invisible ink are some of the new security features of the 5 euro bill. Also in business news: Japan and Turkey signed a de...
Despite warning on violence, Greece won't ban Golden Dawn

2013-05-07

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Surge in racist attacks tied to elected extremist party.
Balkans unite to tackle milk safety

2013-05-07

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Regional countries jointly undertake measures to address the alfatoxin-milk crisis and prevent similar outbreaks in the future.
Illegal transplant case highlights need for control in Kosovo

2013-05-07

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Kosovo analysts said a recent criminal case highlights the need for government regulations.
Former Yugoslav nations tackle extremism in sports

2013-05-06

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Stronger co-operation between countries, broadening the reach of cultural information and having athletes deliver the message can help influence youn...
Balkan countries fight spread of counterfeit money

2013-05-06

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Analysts warn that counterfeit money is becoming a serious problem in the Balkans.
Law enforcement re-examines Islamic groups in the Balkans

2013-05-06

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An analyst says police are paying special attention to not anger peaceful Islamic followers as they investigate reports of violent extremism.
Albania to crack down on terrorism financers

2013-05-06

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A draft law against financing terrorism has been approved by the Albanian government and is being discussed in parliament.

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