Limitations of a simulation
Cluster 3: The lessons from a failed opening
This episode demonstrates that geopolitical considerations cannot substitute for credible democratic progress.
Strengthening conditionality
What the Growth Plan signals for the future of gradual integration and pre-accession funding
Maneuvering over Cluster 3
Brussels and Belgrade make push to unlock Serbia’s accession talks
Latest news
- Fifth Ukraine–Southeast Europe Summit
Leaders support Ukraine’s defence and EU enlargement
16.07.2026. - Conclusion of the "Super Tuesday"
Albania closes its first three negotiating chapters
15.07.2026. - Enlargement negotiations
Ukraine and Moldova open Cluster 6 on external relations with the EU
14.07.2026. - Accession conference
Montenegro closes two more chapters with EU, reaches 18 out of 33
14.07.2026. - Growth Plan for the Western Balkans
Koopman: Albania and Montenegro most advanced, with implementation expected to reach 80%
14.07.2026.
Re-form for Growth: Small Grant Facility
Open call for CSOs in the Western Balkans! Secure a small grant to monitor public spending and drive implementation of national Reform Agendas.
Analyses
Explainers
- From silence to scandal
How shooting in Belgrade’s restaurant exposed ties between Serbia’s police and organized crime?
Interviews
Interview
EWB Interview Reuten: Albania and Montenegro can be accommodated within the existing EU structure
Opinions & Editorials
Limitations of a simulationCluster 3: The lessons from a failed opening
- Strengthening conditionality
What the Growth Plan signals for the future of gradual integration and pre-accession funding
- Blueprint for enlargement
The Future of EU (Enlargement) Is Already Being Written in Montenegro
Balcanoscope
European Western Balkans Newsletter
What lies behind the trends shaping the Western Balkans? Twice a month, we bring you what daily news often misses, straight to your inbox.
Serbia Elects
Complete overview
Parliamentary groups in the new Serbian National Assembly
International reactions
Serbia to implement ODIHR recommendations without delay
