A Roadmap for Future Security in the West Balkans
Abstract
What is the present level of security and cooperation in the Western Balkans and what should these countries do in order to achieve a stable region in the future? Regional developments and challenges will be examined initially through a short geopolitical introduction of Western Balkan countries. While today the countries in the region are more closely connected through various cooperation schemes than nine years ago, this fragile stability could be threatened by difficult issues, such as: the unlimited postponement and just definition of Kosovo's status, delays to the Euro- Atlantic integration process, minority and human rights issues, economic prosperity, and organized crime and illegal trafficking. The future stability of the region will depend upon strategies for improved cooperation and a better life for the people of all Western Balkan nations. This will require full integration into NATO and the EU for all Balkan countries, including Serbia. Additionally, the role of the USA, NATO and the EU will remain vital to the future security of the region.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 2008
- Accession Number
- ADA481478
Entities
People
- Roland Berzani
Organizations
- United States Army War College