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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.
Purvanov Victory Unnerves Bulgarians
The election of a former communist to the presidency could scupper EU and NATO membership bids.
Macedonia: War Crimes Inquiries Begin
Tribunal adopts "even-handed" approach to war crimes investigations in Macedonia
Macedonia: Peace Process Breakthrough
Fearing renewed hostilities international mediators have rushed to shore up the Macedonian peace process.
Montenegro: Economic Collapse Threatens Independence
Montenegrins seem to be thinking twice about the wisdom of removing their
Croatia: Wartime Strongmen Flaunt Their Freedom
The spectacle of former paramilitary leaders openly defying war crimes investigators poses problems for Croatia's rulers
Montenegro: Independence Supporters Row
Referendum row splits Montenegro's pro-independence bloc
Macedonia: Holiday Home Looting Scandal
Macedonians threaten to sue the government after it emerged that army reservists looted their holiday homes.
Kosovo Landmine Controversy
Mine clearers accused of leaving Kosovo too soon.
Djindjic Fears Latest Hague Inquiry
New Hague war crimes investigation could seriously undermine the Serbian premier's influence over the security forces.