The (Geo)politics of EU Enlargement: Romanian Perspectives on the Western Balkans

The book analyses EU enlargement in the Western Balkans from a Romanian perspective, from 2015 to mid-2024, including the effects of the war in Ukraine and regional tensions. It examines Romania’s role and interests in the region across justice reform, energy policy and minority rights.

Published in Editura Tritonic

How to cite

Butnaru-Troncotă, M., Ghincea, M., Bărăgănescu, C. & Răuță, R.-V. (2025). “The (Geo)politics of EU Enlargement: Romanian Perspectives on the Western Balkans”. Editura Tritonic. https://tritonic.ro/product/the-geopolitics-of-eu-enlargement-romanian-perspectives-on-the-western-balkans/

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Program Director, Foreign & Security Policy

Marius is a political scientist, researcher, and international affairs expert. He is a co-founder and member of the Board of Directors of the Quartet Institute, where he leads the Foreign and Security Policy Programme and contributes to the Institute's strategic development. His work focuses on Romanian foreign policy, European security, and the geopolitical implications of great-power competition.