EU integration

Ursula von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen to tour Western Balkans next weeek

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to embark on a tour of the Western Balkans next week, visiting six countries in the region. Why is this important: The...
Western Balkan countries at the 10th-anniversary summit of the Berlin Process

Berlin Process marks 10 years: key agreements and future plans for Western Balkans integration

On Monday, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hosted the leaders of six Western Balkan countries at the 10th-anniversary summit of the ‘Berlin Process.’ European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along...
Opposition members set fire to chairs in the courtyard of Albania’s Parliament

Justice Minister warns opposition leaders of legal consequences of civil unrest

Albania’s Justice Minister, Ulsi Manja, issued a stern warning today, stating that anyone engaging in so-called acts of civil unrest, such as blocking roads, ports and airports, or damaging public...

Albania’s SEPA membership: a major milestone in EU integration

Albania is moving toward membership in the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), following the official submission of its application in June 2023. With the backing of institutions like the European...