A special panel discussion “The Western Balkans in a Turbulent Global Landscape: Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Perspectives” will be held at the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University on March 5, from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM, KosovaPress reports.
This important discussion will analyze the changing geopolitical and geoeconomic dynamics of the Western Balkans, examining national divisions, shifting alliances, and the region’s challenges in the face of global uncertainties. Panelists will discuss the Western Balkans’ ties to Western powers, Russia’s hybrid warfare, and the impact of Russian and Chinese investments on the region’s political and economic landscape. The discussion will also highlight economic dependencies, trade trends, and investments, underlining the need for regional stability and cooperation.
This special event, KosovaPress broadcasts, organized by Dr. Pëllumb Çollaku and supported by the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University, brings together renowned experts in the fields of politics and economics. Dr. Çollaku is currently a Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the Davis Center and the Department of Economics at Harvard University.
The panel will include: Dr. Albana Shehaj – Political Scientist and Program Manager at the Minda de Gunzburg Center for European Studies, Dr. Albulenë Kastrati – Assistant Professor of Economics at Bridgwater State University, and expert in central banking, Dr. Flora Ferati-Sachsenmaier – Research Fellow at the Weatherhead Research Cluster on Identity Politics and Taiwan Peace Fellow, and Dr. Pëllumb Çollaku – Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard University, Research Fellow at the CERGE-EI Foundation, and central banker.
As the Western Balkans face increased geopolitical challenges, this discussion aims to provide in-depth analysis and propose strategies for ensuring long-term stability and economic prosperity in this strategically important region.