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The report identifies opportunities for deeper integration, including expanding CRM initiatives, leveraging regional investment frameworks, advancing digital and green transitions, and fostering labour mobility through targeted reforms. It also emphasizes the need for stronger governance and institutional capacity to address disparities and ensure alignment with EU accession priorities. By utilizing collaboration among national, regional, and EU-level initiatives, the Western Balkans can achieve sustainable progress toward Single Market integration.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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The report identifies opportunities for deeper integration, including expanding CRM initiatives, leveraging regional investment frameworks, advancing digital and green transitions, and fostering labour mobility through targeted reforms. It also emphasizes the need for stronger governance and institutional capacity to address disparities and ensure alignment with EU accession priorities. 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