International Conference on Sustainable Aggregates Planning in South East Europe - contributions to the EU minerals policy framework, conference proceedings

2015 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Conference Proceedings ◽  
Policy Framework ◽  
East Europe ◽  
International Conference ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Minerals Policy ◽  
The Eu

Elite Perceptions of the Judiciary in East Central and South East Europe

2013 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 70-102
Author(s):  
Åse B. Grødeland ◽  
Aadne Aasland
Keyword(s):  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Survey Data ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Public Attitudes ◽  
Eu Accession ◽  
East Central ◽  
East Europe ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Accession Process ◽  
The Eu

This article challenges the notion that the EU accession process has reduced the scope for informal practice in the judiciary in post-communist states. Elite survey data suggest that such practice is widespread – although primarily used in response to transition, informal practice has to some extent been carried over from communism and is largely used out of habit. Efforts to reduce the negative impact of informal practice in the judiciary should therefore not only seek to enhance its independence and capacity, but also address (1) public attitudes towards the law and the judiciary as such; (2) the coping strategies applied when interacting with the judiciary; and (3) the judges’ and prosecutors’ responses to such strategies.

scholarly journals Boosting growth through intra-regional cooperation: Macedonia and Albania

2015 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jasminka Varnalieva ◽  
Nehat Ramadani
Keyword(s):  
Regional Cooperation ◽  
Policy Instruments ◽  
Economic Cooperation ◽  
Trade Patterns ◽  
East Europe ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Depth Analysis ◽  
The Status ◽  
Economic Growth Rates ◽  
The Eu

The purpose of this paper is to explore the status of economic cooperation among countries in the South East Europe (SEE) with particular attention on the cooperation between Macedonia and Albania. In line with the SEE 2020 Strategy adopted by the EU aspiring countries in 2013, increased intra-regional cooperation among the countries should be used as a preparation for a smooth and faster European and Euro-Atlantic integration. This paper provides an in-depth analysis and statistics of the overall economic cooperation, trade patterns and capital movement among the countries and identifies major obstacles for increased cooperation that could result in higher economic growth rates. The paper concludes that while the cooperation among countries of former Yugoslavia is stronger, the level of cooperation between Macedonia and Albania is still very low and could be significantly increased provided certain policy instruments are implemented.

scholarly journals Prerequisites for Further Deploying ITS Systems: The Case of Greece

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Panagiotis Iordanopoulos ◽  
Evangelos Mitsakis ◽  
Charis Chalkiadakis
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Decision ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Intelligent Transport Systems ◽  
East Europe ◽  
Intelligent Transport ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Of Greece ◽  
The Eu

The deployment of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) is a strategic decision for the European Union (EU). Through the integration of ITS in their transportation national strategy, the EU Member States can move decisively towards the achievement of the targets that have been set for a cleaner, safer and more efficient transport system. Moreover, the adoption of systems and services, that have been developed in other countries, and their induction in the national ITS frameworks can facilitate the interoperable and coordinated deployment of ITS and ensure the effort for the targets’ achievement. This paper examines the possibilities of transferring in Greece the knowledge gained by three systems which have been developed in other three South East Europe (SEE) countries and defines guidelines for their future deployment in Greece.

The Europeanization of National Constitutions in South East Europe

2014 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 87-111 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soeren Keil ◽  
Dragana Nikolić
Keyword(s):  
Economic Systems ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Western Balkans ◽  
Member States ◽  
East Europe ◽  
Eu Member States ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Building Process ◽  
European Standards ◽  
The Eu

The Europeanization of the Western Balkans requires changes of national constitutions to adjust the countries’ supreme laws in accordance with “European Standards.” This article examines the causes, dynamics, and models of these changes in Croatia, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina based on the experiences of other EU Member States. This comparative analysis reveals not only similarities and differences in democratic transition between former and future Member States, but it also sheds light on the constitutional dimension of the EU Member State Building process. While the EU does not condition membership upon constitutional changes that go beyond the Copenhagen Criteria, it can be witnessed that the implementation of the Acquis Communautaire will lead to far-reaching changes in the political, social and economic systems of future Member States. Consequently, the European Union becomes an active counselor and participant in the process of constitutional evolution in the region.

scholarly journals Impact of minerals policy on sustainable development of mining sector – a comparative assessment of selected EU countries

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olga Janikowska ◽  
Joanna Kulczycka
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Policy Framework ◽  
Mining Sector ◽  
Eu Policy ◽  
Mineral Policy ◽  
Minerals Policy ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Eu

AbstractSustainable access to raw materials has been growing concern for the EU policy from 2008. Germany, Finland, United Kingdom, Portugal and Greece were the first European countries to introduce and develop own minerals policy (2010–2012). Each of Member State prioritized own targets, but sustainability, waste management and climate were also underlined. In 2015 the 17 Sustainable Development Goals were established and adopted in the EU policy framework to monitor and measure the social, economic and environmental aspects. Next Paris Agreement targets and climate neutral has been introduced. They have significant impact also on mining industry. Therefore the purpose of this paper is to discuss the relationship between mineral policy in chosen countries and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and EU climate policy target. Due to limited data for mining sector the impact of mineral policy on sustainable mineral supply and CO2 emissions have been analyzed to identify the specific challenges, trends and successful factors of transition. It was shown that well developed mineral policy - in case of Finland - allow increase over 20% of production with over 20% decrease of CO2 emission. Moreover productivity in the sector in almost all analyzed country has been increased, what can show some correlation between mineral policy and SDG 12. However more detailed indicators for monitoring and assess the mineral policy on EU level and in individual country is needed, especially in contest of impact on sustainable development. It can help to provide acceptance of local society for new investment. It is a long term process which required not only significant financial capital, new technological solutions, but also trust and transparency in monitoring in implementing environmental and social aspects.

scholarly journals Clues to the chronology of Old Germanic loans in Romanian and in other South-East European languages

2015 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
pp. 14-31
Author(s):  
Adrian Poruciuc
Keyword(s):  
Linguistic Features ◽  
East Europe ◽  
East European ◽  
International Conference ◽  
European Languages ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approaches ◽  
History Of ◽  
Nicolaus Copernicus ◽  
Political Actions

Clues to the chronology of Old Germanic loans in Romanian and in other South-East European languagesThe present article is directly based on the handout of the talk this author gave at the International Conference on Balkan Linguistics (6-7 May, 2013, Toruń, Nicolaus Copernicus University); therefore the subchapters and paragraphs observe the arrangement of the materials included in that handout. The first part contains a chronological table that reflects mainstream archaeological-historical information regarding the history of military-political actions and achievements of the Old Germanic populations in south-east Europe between the 3rd century BC and the 6th century of our era. Then concrete textual proofs follow, which are chronologically arranged and briefly commented upon. Finally, the author proposes interdisciplinary approaches based mainly on reference of linguistic features to historical stages and evolutions. Źródła danych do ustalenia chronologii pożyczek starogermańskich w języku rumuńskim i w innych językach Europy południowo-wschodniejArtykuł przygotowano w oparciu o dane zamieszczone w materiałach do referatu na konferencję „International Conference on Balkan Linguistics” (6-7 maja 2013, Toruń, Uniwersytet Mikołaja Kopernika); porządek poszczególnych podsekcji i paragrafów artykułu jest zatem zgodny ze strukturą tej prezentacji. Część pierwsza zawiera chronologiczne przedstawienie istotnych materiałów archeologiczno-historycznych na temat działań o charakterze militarno-politycznym oraz zdobyczy ludów starogermańskich w Europie południowo-wschodniej w okresie od III w. p.n.e. do VI w. n.e. W dalszej części przytoczono i krótko skomentowano uporządkowane chronologicznie konkretne dowody językowe. Na końcu znajduje się propozycja interdyscyplinarnego podejścia do tematu, oparta głównie na odniesieniu cech językowych do odpowiednich etapów historii i ewolucji językowej.

scholarly journals The territorial cooperation policy of the EU with the countries of South East Europe: An interim evaluation

Spatium ◽  
2014 ◽  
pp. 30-38
Author(s):  
Angelos Kotios ◽  
Spyridon Roukanas ◽  
George Galanos
Keyword(s):  
Regional Integration ◽  
Southeast Europe ◽  
Cohesion Policy ◽  
The South ◽  
Development Fund ◽  
East Europe ◽  
East European ◽  
South East Europe ◽  
Programming Period ◽  
The Eu

During the programming period 2007-2013 the Cohesion Policy of the EU was adopted and the policy of territorial cooperation with third countries was implemented. Within this framework, the EU co-finances (through the European Regional Development Fund, the pre-accession instrument and the instrument of European Neighbourhood Policy) a series of cross-border, interregional and transnational cooperation programmes in Southeast Europe. The South East European countries are eligible for all these programmes, but the only programme that includes all countries in the region is the South East Europe Programme 2007-2013. The aim of this study is to conduct an interim evaluation of these programmes and present suggestions for the new programming period for the Cohesion Policy 2014-2020. Section 2 describes the EU policy of territorial cooperation with non-EU countries. Section 3 reviews the framework of EU policies and programmes fostering regional integration and territorial cohesion in Southeast Europe. Section 4 presents the area, aim, objectives and priority axes of the programme, while Section 5 offers an assessment of the implementation and effectiveness of the programme. Section 6 also includes some critical observations and policy proposals.

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