The Political Economy of Southeast Europe from 1990 to the Present

Erscheinungsjahr 2008
ISBN: 978-0-8264-2867-7
Verlag: BLOOMSBURY 3PL

Buch, Englisch, 208 Seiten, Format (B × H): 162 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 426 g

This monograph examines the politics and economics in Southeast Europe.

Political instability and military clashes in the Balkans during the 1990s resulted in many countries joining the European Union, or obtaining the status of candidate countries. Many others are hoping to do so soon, while moving toward greater socioeconomic stability. The co-authors of this book, both experts in the politics and economics of the region, argue that the Balkan Peninsula is a critical region in the struggle for international stability today.

The Political Economy of Southeast Europe from 1990 to the Present takes the reader on a historical journey through the region. The authors examine the process of European Union enlargement, with a particular focus on the integration of the Balkans. They also look closely at economic growth in the region, and pursue ideas for more effective policies against corruption and organized crime.

The Political Economy of Southeast Europe from 1990 to the Present clearly illustrates the causes that have conditioned policy response and prospective policy options. The book paints a definitive picture of a Peninsula that needs to move toward a clear and lasting membership of the European Union.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sergi, Bruno S.

Qerimi, Qerim

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik Sozialpolitik
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Volkswirtschaftslehre Wirtschaftspolitik, politische Ökonomie
• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Europäische Geschichte
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Volkswirtschaftslehre Internationale Wirtschaft Volkswirtschaften einzelner Länder und Regionen
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Internationale Beziehungen
• Sozialwissenschaften Politikwissenschaft Regierungspolitik Wirtschafts- und Finanzpolitik
• Geisteswissenschaften Geschichtswissenschaft Weltgeschichte & Geschichte einzelner Länder und Gebietsräume Geschichte einzelner Länder Europäische Länder

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Chapter 1. Back to the Balkans. A Journey throughout History
Chapter 2. The Process of EU Enlargement toward Southeast Europe. An Appraisal of the Past Developments
Chapter 3. Issues and Perspectives of the Balkans Integration Process
Chapter 4. The Political Economy of Development in Southeast Europe
Chapter 5. Taxes, Infrastructures and EU Perspective Enlargement
Chapter 6. Western Balkans and EU Relations
Chapter 7. Anticorruption and Anti-organized Crime Policies
Chapter 8. The Right Way on EU Enlargement toward the Balkans
Chapter 9. Trends in Decision-Making Process. A Social Model for Europe
Chapter 10. Recommendations in the Common Global Interest
Bibliography
Index

Über Autor(innen)

Bruno S. Sergi is currently teaching Political Economy and International Economics at the University of Messina. His expertise in analyzing economic theory, especially in unstable political contexts, has led him to publish many scholarly articles and books
Qerim Qerimi is currently teaching at the University of Prishtina and is working in his expert capacity with an EU-funded project in the Office of the Prime Minister of Kosovo. He is also editor-in-chief of Human Rights & Policy Journal and the International Journal of Trade and Global Markets.