The latest episode of the ValEUs Podcast: Beyond Borders is online!
In this episode, David Orlov of Nazarbayev University speaks with Dr. Vladimir Filipovoc, Associate Professor at Libertas University in Zagreb, about the prospects and politics of European Union enlargement, with a particular focus on Western Balkans. Dr. Filipovoc discusses the strategic significance of the region, assessing Croatia’s role as a potential model for aspiring member states. He also examines the growing involvement of external actors, such as Russia, China and Turkey, and how their influence shapes EU decision-making. The conversation considers the likelihood of current candidate countries advancing toward membership and explores shifting attitudes within the EU toward further enlargement, revealing both enduring challenges and new opportunities for Europe’s future.
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