An interview discusses the Western Balkans’ instability, EU credibility, and the need for regional reform and engagement.
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Luka Zanoni, editor-in-chief of OBCT, stated that the organization’s primary goal is to inform the Italian and broader European public about events in the Western Balkans and the Caucasus, particularly issues overlooked by mainstream media. He emphasized OBCT’s role in building bridges and breaking down prejudices about the region. Regarding threats to stability, Zanoni pointed to internal issues, such as the behavior of nationalistic leaders and the lack of fair elections, while also noting external influences. He described the political situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina as disastrous, trapped by ethnopolitics and corruption, and called for reforming the Dayton system to consolidate the state. Concerning the EU, he argued it remains a credible actor only if it adopts transparency, abandons double standards, and addresses human rights and the rule of law. He noted that while external powers like China, Russia, and Turkey exert influence, the EU’s credibility is undermined by its inconsistent actions. Finally, he stated that media freedom in the region is deteriorating, and that the current student protests in Serbia are significant because the demands align with what the EU should be advocating for.
