A Belgrader reading a local daily newspaper with the headline "A Second Round", looks for the report of September 29 Serbian presidential elections September 30, 2002 in Belgrade.
A Belgrader reading a local daily newspaper with the headline "A Second Round", looks for the report of September 29 Serbian presidential elections September 30, 2002 in Belgrade. © Milos Bicanski/Getty Images

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Balkans: Regional Reporting & Sustainable Training

Years active: 1999-2010

This programme supports long-term democracy, conflict resolution and European integration in the Balkans by creating a regional network of investigative reporting institutions - the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network - to conduct cross-border research, reporting and dialogue projects, practical training and supportive collaborations with local media outlets.

Croatian Serb Refugees Ponder Return

Many Serb refugees from Croatia have welcomed the new liberal government in Zagreb, but still fear intimidation and discrimination if they return.

Kosovo's Secret Deals

The lure of quick profits in post-war Kosovo is proving stronger than ethnic divisions.

EDITOR'S NOTE

The well-trafficked stairway to Koha Ditore, the Pristina

Mesic's Olive Branch

The Croatian president's first official visit to Bosnia raises hopes of new dawn in relations between the two countries.

Ailing Pact

The Stability Pact's sluggish start is tarnishing its credibility in the Balkans.

Search for Balkan Stability

The West is redoubling its efforts to help reconstruct the Balkans, but regional stability remains a somewhat elusive goal.

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