ποΈ In our latest episode, we sit down with Gentiana Gola and Blerta Hoxha from International IDEA to discuss the state of democracy in the Western Balkans and the key challenges affecting democratic governance, rule of law, and EU integration.
This episode explores the Global State of Democracy Initiative, a project monitoring democratic trends across 173 countries, with a special focus on how democracy is evolving in the Western Balkans. Our guests provide insights into recent democratic shifts, the impact of electoral integrity on EU accession, and the growing role of digital threats and disinformation in shaping political landscapes.
Key topics covered include:
πΉ The state of democracy in the Western Balkans β key trends and challenges
πΉ Election integrity and political interference β how fair elections impact EU accession
πΉ The role of disinformation and foreign influence in shaping political landscapes
πΉ Rule of law and human rights concerns β how to strengthen democratic resilience
Tune in to hear expert insights on how democracy is evolving in the region and what steps can be taken to safeguard democratic principles and improve governance.
For monthly updates on democracy and human rights developments in 173 countries, visit the Democracy Tracker. For the annually-updated quantitative dataset and report, visit the Global State of Democracy Initiative.
