Macedonia and Identity Politics After the Prespa Agreement

The 2018 Prespa Agreement between Macedonia and Greece, which changed the Republic of Macedonia's name to the Republic of North Macedonia, is examined in this book in the context of national identity, history, and language. It looks at the social, political, and economic factors that led to the agreement and its impact on identity politics in the region. The book also offers insight into the processes involved in (re)making boundaries, (re)defining ethnic and national identities, (re)inventing citizenship, and (re)writing national histories.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 292 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate interplay of national identity, history, and language in the context of the 2018 Prespa Agreement, a historic accord aimed at resolving a protracted and bitter dispute between Macedonia and Greece. Signed by the foreign ministers of both countries on the banks of the picturesque Prespa Lake, the agreement stipulated that the Republic of Macedonia would change its name to the Republic of North Macedonia.

The chapters within this book explore the social, political, and economic factors that shaped the agreement and its far-reaching implications for identity politics in the region. They examine how identity/identities, differences/differences, modes of belonging, and experiences of injustice and discrimination have been mobilized as powerful tools in the negotiation process. By focusing on the Prespa Agreement, the collection provides valuable insights into the complex processes involved in (re)making boundaries, (re)defining ethnic and national identities, (re)inventing citizenship, and (re)writing national histories.

The book brings together a diverse group of expert contributors, each with extensive knowledge and long-term engagement with the region. Their insights and perspectives enrich the narrative, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of anthropology, Slavic and East European studies, history, and international relations.

Chapter 7 of this book is available for free download as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com. This chapter offers a glimpse into the key arguments and discussions presented throughout the book and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.

Weight: 570g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367643744