2026 Issue No. 50 / April
1. Simant Shankar BHARTI, PhD THE EU’S ACTORNESS IN THE LIBERAL INTERNATIONAL ORDER (LIO): AN IMPLICATION FOR THE INDO-PACIFIC REGION
2. Filip TERESZKIEWICZ, PhD, Karolina CZABANOWSKA, PhD candidate SECURITY AND CROSS-BORDER COOPERATION IN THE EUROPEAN UNION: A STUDY OF POLISH B-SOLUTION CASES 3. Tamara KOZAK, PhD, Oleg FYLYK, PhD, Oksana KRAYEVSKA, PhD FACTORS, FACTORS, FEATURES AND CONSEQUENCES OF LANGUAGE COMPETITION AND THE INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN LANGUAGE AND POLITICS IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: A CASE STUDY ON THE EU 4. Hrustan ŠIŠIĆ, PhD, Sumka BUČAN, PhD Candidate STRATEGIC ALIGNMENTS AND GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS: THE BALKAN 5. Maxim ROZUMNY, PhD, Igor GRYNIV, PhD PUBLIC DEMAND FOR CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP IN UKRAINE 6. Liudmyla HOLUBNYCHA, Tetyana KOSHECHKINA, Hanna YERMAKOVA UKRAINIAN UNIVERSITIES AS POLITICAL RESISTANCE AND STATE-BUILDING DRIVERS DURING WARTIME 7. Dilina BESHIRI, PhD, Klodiana LEKA, PhD, Shqipe HAXHIHYSENI, PhD IMPLEMENTING KEY COMPETENCES IN PRE-UNIVERSITY EDUCATION WITHIN 8. Andreea Elena CIOATĂ TRUTH WITHOUT BORDERS: TACKLING ONLINE ELECTORAL DISINFORMATION THROUGH INDEPENDENT FACT-CHECKING INITIATIVES IN ROMANIA AND THE REPUBLIC OF MOLDOVA 9. Klementina KOZMA, PhD candidate WHO WINS ON THE BLACK SEA? REGIONAL POWER COMPETITION AND THE ROLE OF TÜRKİYE 10. Bashkim RRAHMANI, PhD, Donik SALLOVA, PhD THE DIFFICULTIES IN PREDICTING THE FINAL RESULT OF THE EU-FACILITATED KOSOVO-SERBIA DIALOGUE. AN ANALYTICAL APPROACH
shape the EU’s actorness towards the Indo-Pacific, a region that has emerged as a politically contested arena for major actors. The puzzle lies in narrowing the literature gaps: What kind of acting capabilities does the EU have? Is the EU’s actorness having similar transactions in the Indo-Pacific region? The EU is concerned about maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific.
relations, with a focus on language competition and the political role of multilingualism within the European Union (EU). The relevance of the topic stems from the growing role of communication in international politics and the tension between official multilingualism and the de facto dominance of English as a global instrument of political and diplomatic influence. The study argues that language policy is not merely an administrative or cultural matter but, above all, a political tool that reflects the balance of power, identity, and legitimacy – including at the supranational level. The aim of the article is to analyze the relationship between language and politics in international relations through the prism of transactional and discursive dimensions of interlingual interaction, as well as to examine the hierarchization of languages and linguistic stratification within the EU. The research covers the theoretical foundations of interlingual dynamics, the institutional factors shaping EU language policy, and the practical manifestations of its implementation. The findings demonstrate that
the principle of linguistic equality, as declared in the EU’s normative documents, is in practice gradually transforming into functional monolingualism, driven by pragmatic communication needs and the geopolitical advantage of the English language. This creates a linguistic hierarchy that influences the political positioning of EU member states and limits the potential of less prestigious languages. The conclusions highlight the contradictions between symbolic multilingualism and the actual unification of the EU’s linguistic space. These contradictions necessitate a rethinking of language policy as a key factor in integration, democratic representation, and cultural equality within international institutions.
THEATRE IN THE RUSSO-WESTERN POWER PLAY
THE EUROPEAN FRAMEWORK: TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS IN ALBANIA
study also examines the challenges that teachers face when planning and assessing key competences in combination with those of the subject. Aligned with European Union priorities (2018), key competences, which include critical thinking, digital skills, collaboration, and creativity, constitute an important aspect of educational reforms in recent years.The study is based on qualitative
analysis of data collected through semi-structured interviews with 53 teachers in the pre-university system of the Durres region. The selection was based on an equal representation of age, teaching experience and relevant fields of study. A thematic analysis was used to reflect the relationship between themes and factors that influence the development of key competences (Braun & Clarke,
2006). The interviews were recorded, and the transcripts were analyzed independently by two researchers. The findings show that most teachers try to integrate key competences into the teaching process, although challenges related to the lack of adequate resources and training continue to be present. While teachers emphasize the importance of developing these competences, the results
show that these often take a back seat due to the prioritization of subject objectives
Türkiye’s historical ties, geostrategic location, and military modernization have positioned it as both a regional stabilizer and a challenger to external influences. Drawing on the interplay between Türkiye’s balancing diplomacy and its assertive foreign policy, the paper assesses how Ankara navigates its dual role as a NATO ally and a state with its own regional ambitions.
Through an analysis of Türkiye’s maritime strategy, economic interests, and security policies, the research explores its pivotal contributions to the regional security architecture, including its leadership in initiatives such as the Montreux Convention and the Black Sea Harmony operations. Additionally, the study evaluates Türkiye’s relationships with key Black Sea stakeholders, including Ukraine, Russia, and Romania, and highlights the implications of its actions for broader Euro-Atlantic security. The paper concludes by reflecting on whether Türkiye’s current trajectory enhances its ability to shape outcomes in the Black Sea or risks undermining its strategic autonomy amid intensifying global tensions. The study is based on qualitative analysis of primary sources, policy documents, and expert interviews, offering insights into Türkiye’s potential to act as a regional powerbroker in a contested and rapidly transforming geopolitical landscape.