Romanian Gold Project Stalled Foreign investment to revive old gold-mining town on hold because of political and ecological objections. 2 Aug 05
Hungarian Line on Croatia Riles EU Partners Budapest's decision to break ranks over Croatian accession underlines the fact that it sees itself as an increasingly important player in the Balkans. 2 Aug 05
Traffickers Risk Death on Albania's High Seas Lack of funds, surveillance equipment and official corruption hamper task of controlling the illegal trade in people and drugs. 21 Feb 05
EU Focus: New Union Border Benefits Balkan Citizens Worries that enlargement is creating a new Iron Curtain in south-east Europe appear misplaced. 21 Feb 05
Missiles Seized in Albania Albanian police have arrested four people smuggling in surface-to-air missiles allegedly destined for Albanian separatists in Macedonia. 21 Feb 05