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Our Policy Papers & Analyses provide comprehensive, evidence-driven insights into major policy issues impacting Central and Eastern Europe. The Policy Papers present structured evaluations with concrete recommendations, while Analyses deliver detailed investigations into complex regional, economic, and governance topics. Authored by leading experts, academics, and practitioners, these documents support informed decision-making, strategic planning, and effective policy responses across critical sectors including energy, trade, security, infrastructure, and regional cooperation.

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Are Cybercrime Laws in North Macedonia Effective? A Review of Legal Frameworks and Enforcement Challenges Policy Papers & Analyses

Are Cybercrime Laws in North Macedonia Effective? A Review of Legal Frameworks and Enforcement Challenges

Written by: Natalija Ognenova Popovski, University "St. Kliment Ohridski" – Bitola. Abstract As digital technologies continue to evolve and shape our everyday lives, countries like North Macedonia are struggling to adapt and face growing challenges in keeping up with the rising threat of cybercrime. The increasing dependence on digital platforms,…
Guest Author
2025-10-08
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Authoritarianism Without Borders: Belarus and Transnational Repression in Central and Eastern Europe Policy Papers & Analyses

Authoritarianism Without Borders: Belarus and Transnational Repression in Central and Eastern Europe

Written by: Dzmitry Hlotau, European Humanities University. Abstract This paper examines how the Belarusian regime projects repression beyond its borders, targeting exiled dissidents. These practices span a spectrum of methods, ranging from direct coercive measures like abductions and forced renditions, to legal and quasi-legal instruments, administrative and bureaucratic controls, and…
Guest Author
2025-09-24
Banjska
Portrayal of Banjska Attack in International, Albanian and Serbian Online News Policy Papers & Analyses

Portrayal of Banjska Attack in International, Albanian and Serbian Online News

Written by: Fiona Panduri, University of Prishtina Abstract This study investigates the media framing and ideological representation of the Banjska Attack, a violent incident that occurred in September, 2023, involving Serb militants and the Kosovo Police. Through a corpus-based comparative analysis of International, Albanian, and Serbian online news sources, the…
Guest Author
2025-09-17
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The Kremlin’s Shadow: Strategy and Tactics of Russian Interference in the Baltic States Elections Policy Papers & Analyses

The Kremlin’s Shadow: Strategy and Tactics of Russian Interference in the Baltic States Elections

Written by: Iryna Matsiuk, Lviv Polytechnic National University 1. Introduction The “Baltic States” – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – represent a frontline in the contemporary contest between liberal democracy and authoritarian influence. As members of both NATO and the European Union, they symbolize the post-Cold War expansion of Western institutions…
Guest Author
2025-09-03
AI-in-Hungary
Artificial Intelligence in Central and Eastern Europe: Opportunities and Challenges Policy Papers & Analyses

Artificial Intelligence in Central and Eastern Europe: Opportunities and Challenges

Written by: Gabriella Tárnok - PhD Doctoral School of Law at ELTE University Abstract This paper focuses on the position of AI (artificial intelligence) technologies in the CEE region, while shortly reviewing the legislative initiatives in the EU related to the topic, such as the AI Act, the new Product…
Guest Author
2025-08-27
Black Sea Romania Port
Romania’s place in the European Southeastern Flank: historical ambitions and structural limits Policy Papers & Analyses

Romania’s place in the European Southeastern Flank: historical ambitions and structural limits

1. Introduction Romania occupies a unique position within the broader South-Eastern European region, both geographically and culturally. It stands at the intersection of Central Europe, Eastern Europe and the Balkans: a confluence where different historical influences have merged and clashed. This strategic positioning has not only shaped Romania’s identity but…
B.F.G. Fabrègue
2025-08-13
Bełchatów Power Station
Poland’s Energy Transition: Overcoming the ‘Coal Myth’ and Embracing Nuclear Power Policy Papers & Analyses

Poland’s Energy Transition: Overcoming the ‘Coal Myth’ and Embracing Nuclear Power

1.Introduction The fight against climate change is one of the most important challenges facing the international community. It would not be an exaggeration to say that climate change is even the greatest challenge of the modern era. Numerous scientific studies, including reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, clearly…
Jakub Skowron
2025-03-24
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Analysing Slovakia’s Brain Drain: Challenges, Responses, and Future Prospects Policy Papers & Analyses

Analysing Slovakia’s Brain Drain: Challenges, Responses, and Future Prospects

1. Introduction Brain drain – the emigration of skilled professionals to pursue opportunities abroad in another country – has emerged as a significant challenge for Central-Eastern European countries in recent decades,- and Slovakia is not the exception to this phenomenon. Following its transition from a centrally planned economy to a…
B.F.G. Fabrègue
2024-12-18
kozloduy nuclear power
The Energy Sector of Bulgaria: Mitigating Historical Dependence on Russia Policy Papers & Analyses

The Energy Sector of Bulgaria: Mitigating Historical Dependence on Russia

Written by Brian Fabrègue and Andrea Bogoni. 1. Introduction Bulgaria's energy sector is at a critical juncture, with two main objectives shaping its direction: decarbonization and reducing reliance on Russian energy. Over the past year, Bulgaria has made considerable progress in expanding its renewable energy capacity, particularly in solar power.…
Andrea Bogoni
2024-10-11

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