A Belgrader reading a local daily newspaper with the headline "A Second Round", looks for the report of September 29 Serbian presidential elections September 30, 2002 in Belgrade.
A Belgrader reading a local daily newspaper with the headline "A Second Round", looks for the report of September 29 Serbian presidential elections September 30, 2002 in Belgrade. © Milos Bicanski/Getty Images

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Balkans: Regional Reporting & Sustainable Training

Years active: 1999-2010

This programme supports long-term democracy, conflict resolution and European integration in the Balkans by creating a regional network of investigative reporting institutions - the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network - to conduct cross-border research, reporting and dialogue projects, practical training and supportive collaborations with local media outlets.

Religious Leaders Take Back Seat

Leaders of the republic's three religions once exercised significant political influence, but are not expected to have much of a say in upcoming elections.

Catching the Last Train for Europe

Voters in this week's elections must decide whether they want their country to move towards European integration or remain a Balkan backwater.

Croatia: Storm Over War Pensions

Thousands of ex-fighters who gained disability pensions for little or no reason are waging a fierce battle to keep their generous benefits.

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