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In Serbia and Georgia, recent mass mobilisations have unfolded beyond traditional opposition parties and civil society organisations. These self-organised, grassroots movements challenge existing power structures and redefine civic activism in hybrid regimes. What are their driving forces? How do they reshape political participation and democratic engagement? Join us for a…

What began as a cautious enlargement process is now a test of whether the EU can reform, overcome vetoes, and lead in a rapidly shifting world order.

Europe’s first Enlargement Forum comes at a moment when accession is no longer just a policy process but a test of trust.

Serbia’s young people are making their dissatisfaction with Aleksandar Vucic’s corrupt government known. The EU should consider freezing Serbia’s accession negotiations and support the country’s return to democratic fundamentals.

Russian influence characterized the election campaign in Moldova, both in the form of disinformation and control over access to energy. Nevertheless, democracy withstood the pressure. The explanation lies in the trust between people and between the people and the state. This should be taken into account in the assessment of European aid and cooperation.

Ukraine remains standing thanks to its unwavering civilian resistance. At the same time, there is a growing need for more soldiers. This is the difficult equation that Ukraine's leadership must solve.

Moldova’s parliamentary election is a barometer of regional democracy. Its outcome could reshape EU enlargement, regional security, and the balance of power with Russia.

The RE-ENGAGE project is currently conducting fieldwork in six case countries in the Western Balkans and the Eastern Neighbourhood to deepen the understanding of how these countries perceive and respond to hybrid threats, such as disinformation. The project’s primary aim is to assess how the EU can more effectively support…

A tragic accident in Novi Sad, caused by corruption and negligence, has sparked widespread student-led protests in Serbia, exposing deep public dissatisfaction with government mismanagement. The movement, unique in its leaderless and ideology-free approach, continues to unite students, workers, and various social groups in a mass uprising against the ruling…

The recent appointment of former footballer Mikheil Kavelashvili as Georgia’s president highlights the deepening crisis of democracy in the country. Chosen through indirect elections by a parliament whose legitimacy is already under question due to allegations of widespread electoral fraud in the October 2024 elections, Kavelashvili’s appointment has been widely…

As the EU grapples with the growing influence of authoritarian powers in its neighbourhood, the RE-ENGAGE project is working to provide the EU with a new, resilience-focused approach to democracy support. At a recent RE-ENGAGE conference in Moldova, researchers highlighted the need for the EU to adapt its democracy support…

Georgia’s parliamentary elections on 26 October 2024 will mark a critical moment for its democracy. Over the past decade, democratic norms have eroded, with increasing authoritarianism and the introduction of the controversial “Foreign Agents’ Law.” These elections will determine whether Georgia can restore its democratic principles or slide further into…

Welcome to follow the RE-ENGAGE conference session online from the Moldova State University on 7 November 2024.

The RE-ENGAGE project is pleased to announce the publication of two comprehensive background papers that delve into the dynamics of hybrid regimes in the Western Balkans and the Eastern Neighbourhood amidst the current geopolitical landscape. The first paper, Hybridity and Hybrid Regimes in the Western Balkans in a Time…

What has RE-ENGAGE been up to during its first 6 months?