{"product_id":"macedonias-long-transition-from-independence-to-the-prespa-agreement-and-beyond-9783031207723","title":"Macedonia's Long Transition: From Independence to the Prespa Agreement and Beyond","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book provides a comprehensive analysis of North Macedonia's political, social, and economic transition since its independence, including its challenges, multi-ethnic makeup, and ambition to join the European Union and NATO. It also covers issues such as international politics, security architecture, privatization, corruption, state capture, and migration along the Balkan Route. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 248 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 February 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Springer International Publishing AG\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis comprehensive book delves into the multifaceted events that have shaped North Macedonia since its independence, with a particular focus on the past decade. Over the past three decades, the country has undergone a profound political, social, and economic transformation, culminating in a name change from 'Macedonia' to 'Republic of North Macedonia' through the historic Prespa Agreement with Greece. The contributors to this volume examine the various challenges faced by North Macedonia, including its diverse multiethnic population and its aspiration to integrate into the European mainstream through membership in the European Union and NATO.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book explores various aspects of North Macedonia's international relations, including its role in regional security architecture and the complexities associated with privatizing socially owned enterprises, combating political corruption, addressing state capture, and reversing democratic backsliding. Additionally, it delves into the controversial 'Skopje 2014 project' and the impact of migration along the 'Balkan Route.' Furthermore, it sheds light on the ongoing disputes with Bulgaria over identity politics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrough its multidisciplinary approach, this book provides a valuable insight into the complex dynamics that have shaped North Macedonia's history and present-day reality, offering a comprehensive analysis of the country's challenges, opportunities, and the ongoing efforts to promote stability and prosperity in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 503g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 210 x 148 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9783031207723\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1st ed. 2023\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shulph Ink","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44130902606074,"sku":"9783031207723","price":93.93,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1679474934829_book.jpg?v=1679997188","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/macedonias-long-transition-from-independence-to-the-prespa-agreement-and-beyond-9783031207723","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}