Economies in the Western Balkans: fragile growth, need for reforms and regional cooperation

Economies of the Western Balkans, which are characterised by a permanent state of transition and a constant migration of labour, could regain balance and competitiveness by investing in environmental and labour rights reforms. Regional cooperation focused on European integration could be the right drive for change.

The article is part of the dossier issued by the Fundation for European Progressive Studies (FEPS) with the aim of providing an overview of the current state of the region in key areas such as the economy and the rule of law, with an eye on the consequences of the conflict in Ukraine.