Content Type: Working Paper / Publishing Institution: Austrian National Defence Academy / Political Geography: Eastern Europe / Topic: International Organization

Author:: Gjergj Murra
Publication Date:: 02-2003
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Austrian National Defence Academy
Abstract:: These past three years have been a useful learning process for the Stability Pact. Some achievements are visible, but there also has been much criticism with regards to its real outcome and performance. However, an independent assessment of the process is needed to analyse what is functioning well, and what could be improved, as judged by participants from the region. So far either no through assessment is done, or assessment have been at project level, (technical, in terms of project completion, disbursement, timing, task performed), not in terms of the political goal that projects were designed to achieve. One of the main lessons appears to be the need to refine the approach and priorities. Some topics have already found an answer, while for some other a clearer vision in needed.
Topic:: Foreign Policy, NATO, International Cooperation, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe and Eastern Europe

Author:: Bernd Papenkort
Publication Date:: 02-2003
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Austrian National Defence Academy
Abstract:: In the Balkans, the international community has made numerous costly efforts with the intention of laying the foundations for political stability and economic prosperity as well as giving the local population social perspectives. In view of recent developments in international politics (e.g. the fight against terrorism, the developments in Afghanistan) and political focal points such as the conflict between Israel and Palestine, we should, however, critically take stock of what has been achieved so far and consider measures of adjustment, where necessary. The following theses are food for thought, and I hope they will trigger a lively discussion.
Topic:: Economics, International Cooperation, International Organization, Non-Governmental Organization, and Terrorism
Political Geography:: Afghanistan, Israel, Eastern Europe, Palestine, and Balkans

Author:: Erhard Busek
Publication Date:: 02-2003
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Austrian National Defence Academy
Abstract:: I am not going to tell you what the Stability pact is, because I am sure you are able to look on its web site for more information. What I want to present is a general overview of which role the Stability pact is playing in the development of today's Europe. I think we are heading the wrong direction because we are only looking at details and not at the total picture.
Topic:: International Cooperation and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe and Eastern Europe

Author:: Sonja Moser-Starrach
Publication Date:: 02-2003
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Austrian National Defence Academy
Abstract:: Ever since the signing of the Dayton Peace Agreement in December of 1995, the Council of Europe has pursued a policy of promoting a stable, democratic state, with a view to its integration, at the appropriate time, as a full member of the Council. After almost six and a half years, that time has come.
Topic:: Human Rights, International Cooperation, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe and Eastern Europe

Author:: Frederic Labarre
Publication Date:: 02-2003
Content Type:: Working Paper
Institution:: Austrian National Defence Academy
Abstract:: This paper attempts to argue that the current structure of relations in South East Europe (SEE) and in the Balkans in particular requires regional, or local, integration before any membership in greater bodies (like the European Union) can be considered.
Topic:: Security, International Cooperation, and International Organization
Political Geography:: Europe, Eastern Europe, and Balkans

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