@article{bibcite_23406,
  keywords = {Balkans, China, European Union, NATO, security sector reform, transatlantic institutions},
  author = {Andrew Borene and Dinos Kerigan-Kyrou},
  title = {The Balkans at a Crossroads: Security, Integration, and the Future of Europe},
  abstract = {<p>The Balkan Peninsula has long been shaped by shifting borders, competing nationalisms, and complex geopolitical dynamics. But while the region is often discussed as a singular geopolitical entity, the reality is far more nuanced. Like all of Europe, the Balkan Peninsula is an intricate patchwork of proud nations, cultures, languages, and histories - each with its own distinct trajectory toward political and economic development. This diversity means that there is no universal formula for integration into European and transatlantic institutions. Instead, tailored engagement--one that accounts for local histories, security needs, and economic disparities--is essential to building a stable and prosperous future. While the conflicts of the 1990s left an enduring imprint of war and humanitarian crisis, today{\textquoteright}s focus is on the role of NATO and the European Union in fostering stability, economic growth, and security cooperation.</p>
},
  year = {2023},
  journal = {Connections: The Quarterly Journal},
  volume = {22},
  chapter = {5},
  pages = {5-7},
  month = {2023},
  doi = {https://doi.org/10.11610/Connections.22.4.00},
  language = {eng},
}