Belgrade – ESI takes part in the Belgrade Security Conference

Adnan takes part in the Belgrade Security Conference. Photo: ESI 

From 18 to 20 November 2024, ESI senior analyst Adnan Cerimagic participated in the third edition of the Belgrade Security Conference, held under the theme “In Defence of Humanity.” The event gathered leaders from the US, Europe, and the Balkans, alongside global think-tankers, academics, activists, diplomats, and current and former politicians.

On 18 November, Adnan contributed to the Young Leaders Workshop, engaging 28 young leaders from six Western Balkans countries. The workshop aims to empower young people in the region, fostering a new generation of decision-makers and opinion-shapers equipped to drive change. Its mission is to encourage youth participation in critical discussions, amplify their perspectives, and utilise their skills to tackle pressing challenges facing the region.

Adnan shared insights into the EU enlargement process and presented ESI’s research and advocacy methods, inspiring participants to actively engage in shaping the region’s future.

• ESI proposal: “Preventing violence – transform Kosovo dialogue”
• ESI report: “Scoreboard - The true state of accession - What the Commission assessments reveal”
• ESI proposal: “End the turtle race How the EU can address the crisis of the accession process”
• ESI proposal: “Offer the four freedoms to the Balkans, Ukraine, and Moldova For a merit-based EU accession process with a credible goal”
• ESI proposal: “47 again? Russia out, Kosovo in Support Kosovo’s membership in the Council of Europe”
• ESI proposal: “Abandon clichés about Bosnia: Push EU-related reforms instead of arbitrary conditions”
• ESI proposal: “No partition: Why Kosovo and Serbia must not discuss territory”
• ESI report: “Anti-Corruption Report for the West Balkans: Measure corruption in order to fight it”