Researches

23.04.2024

Presidential Elections in the Republic of North Macedonia 2024: The “Ivanovization” of the Presidential Function?

Concern is underscored by the frequent interactions between presidential candidate Gordana Siljanovska Davkova and former President Gjorge Ivanov, who serves as her inspiration and shares experiences with her. “Ivanovization” of the presidential role represents a regression to North Macedonia's troubled past, where the threat of civil war loomed large.

16.04.2024

Parliamentary Elections in Croatia 2024: Is Croatia Sliding into Autocracy?

Analysts contend that Croatian democracy is increasingly threatened and that Croatia under Andrej Plenković (HDZ) is slowly but surely sliding into autocracy. It is necessary to thwart and stop these trends because Croatia, as a member of the elite society of the EU and NATO, should uphold and implement the highest democratic standards and values.

28.03.2024

Carnage Hall of terror in Moscow - A background

The March 2024 attack on the Crocus City Hall represents a clear breach of Russian security. According to the Russians, it emerged amid a perceived blackmail from the Americans, but British flagship BBC published an article claiming that a main cause of the tragedy might have been the focus on the conflict from Ukraine. This study details the background of American-led presence in Afghanistan and Central Asia...

23.03.2024

The Israel- Palestine Conflict - IV

Let us hope that we are near the end of this bitter struggle and start rebuilding the Gaza strip and give realistic long-term hope for the future to the remaining Palestinians in a land that is free. And one must not forget the West Bank as part of the 2- state solution.

18.03.2024

Ukraine 2024: Is there a possibility of ending the Russo-Ukrainian war before 2025?

Experts do not anticipate an expansion of the military conflict before the middle of the year, and any such escalation is likely to be linked to the internal (dis)order in Ukraine. Overall assessments indicate that the final quarter of 2024 will be decisive in determining the fate of the Russo-Ukrainian war.

15.03.2024

Swiss model for Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina should be organized, in our opinion, on the principle of "combined democracy", i.e. personal and national rights should be ensured. The national element will be important here for a long time, and we must not run away from it. The Presidency of BiH and the House of Peoples of BiH ensure symbolic equality at the state level, and the cantons ensure national rights on the ground.

11.03.2024

Terror, terrorism and the search for destructive forms of reparative justice

Terrorism remains a real political threat, but one which could be dealt with more effectively by using better intelligence, by investigating active incitement, financing and the preparation of terrorist violence, by promoting less racist policy tools, and by not waging wars. Counter-terrorism strategies that imply that Muslims are prey to an inherent radicalism are faulty and counter-productive. They are based on a culturalist and Orientalist reading of Islam...

06.03.2024

Youth and elections - Shaping the EU's future

According to certain experts, the insufficient representation of young voters has a detrimental impact on the quality of decisions made in both local and national representative bodies. This is because these bodies tend to focus excessively on past issues rather than addressing future developmental concerns. Thus, lowering the voting age to 16, as proposed, would foster a more balanced intergenerational influence on local and national decision-making processes. It is time to take decisive action.

23.02.2024

The Israeli – Palestine Conflict

To finish on a pleasant note. There is a mixed community of about 500 people, Israels and Palestinians, living in perfect harmony, in a location half way between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. It is called the Oasis of Peace. PEACE! What most people want, if given a chance.

20.02.2024

Towards the WTO 13th Ministerial (Fisheries) in Abu Dhabi

As the numerous previous studies of the IFIMES Institute has clearly shown, the eagerness to shift towards sustainable practices is evident. However, upon examining the Agreement, there seems to be a hesitancy among states to take the plunge (no pun intended). The measures implemented to address IUU fishing and the depletion of overfished stocks are commendable, yet they will need to be more stringent for substantial and lasting positive changes.

17.02.2024

Serbia, youth, and the EU

With Ukraine and Moldova beginning negotiations with the EU and Georgia being granted candidate status, I see no obstacles for Western Balkan countries to become EU members. This would undoubtedly be a win-win situation for all involved and reaffirm our European identity.

11.02.2024

Beyond Humanitarian aid: Predicting Taliban’s initiatives to stabilise Afghanistan’s economy for 2024-25

In 2024-25, the authors predict no drastic change to Afghanistan’s economy. It continues to remain fragile. However, if the Taliban are able to rally the support of small to medium private enterprises, business houses (irrespective of their loyalties to the Taliban), some respite to the economy may be achieved. Furthermore, any decision to re-structure or re-activate Da Afghanistan Bank with the help of private entities, may garner positive support.