Saturday, 25th January 2025

Opinion

By Miro Kovač PhD, Former Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Croatia

The Day After

Donald Trump performed a miracle. Against all odds, he succeeded in being re-elected as the 47th President...

Where Equality Thrives

In today’s fast-paced business world, diversity and inclusion have evolved from being aspirational goals to essential drivers of success. Studies consistently show that companies...

104 Years of Christmas Romance

Coca-Cola’s association with Santa began in the 1920s with magazine ads that featured a strict-looking Claus reminiscent of Nast’s designs. In 1930, artist Fred...

At Crossroads

Improving road connections with the EU and across the Western Balkans region is essential to strengthening integration, though toll rates don’t always match road...

The Power of Words: Business Trends Redefined in 2024

Inclusive Leadership Inclusive leadership emphasises valuing diversity, fostering belonging, and encouraging equitable opportunities in workplaces. Leaders who practice inclusion actively listen to underrepresented voices, challenge...

Lesser Known Tales from the Adria

The Adria region is a treasure trove of lesser-known tales that weave together history, culture, and natural beauty. From the enduring truffle hunting traditions...

Kung Fu Hustle Over The Region

Throughout history, legendary rivalries have shaped entire industries, defining not just markets but the world itself. The competition between Steve Jobs and Bill Gates...

Comment By Zoran Panović

At a Tortoise’s Pace

At the 19th Bled Strategic Forum, Serbia’s Prime Minister Miloš Vučević assured us that there’s no Plan B when it comes to joining the...

Branimir Jovanović, Economist at the Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies (wiiw)

Nearshoring and Decarbonisation Could Transform the Western Balkans

When the Covid-19 pandemic disrupted global supply chains, many anticipated that it would accelerate a shift towards nearshoring. The expectation was that multinational companies,...

Women Leading the Way in the Adria Region, But Is Equality Still Elusive?

In the Adria region, where the leadership of two nations by women might signal progress, the deeper reality reveals an ongoing struggle for gender...

Culture Around the Region

Good Cooperation Mechanisms Lacking

Everything Ends, the new film by celebrated Croatian director Rajko Grlić, had its Belgrade premiere in October and was met with a resounding ovation....

Challenges, Disparities, and the Path Forward

While Slovenia and Croatia maintain excellent water quality, the rest of the Adria Region faces declining standards that demand significant investment in water infrastructure Despite...

Let’s Celebrate Opportunities

One of the articles in this edition of Connecting the Region, devoted to demystifying our region’s water resources, discusses the opportunities and challenges we...

2024 Election Fever as World Shifts Elections

As 2024 unfolds, the world reflects on a series of pivotal elections that have reshaped, and will continue to reshape, global political dynamics On the...

Energy Sector Dominance

Diversity and forward-thinking investments define Slovenia’s energy sector. The nation has made significant strides in renewable energy, with hydropower, solar, and wind at the...