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The Black Sea: the EU’s neglected new frontier
The 12 members of the BSEC have made little progress in solving regional conflicts or encouraging greater economic cooperation (source: macpixxel for GIS)
General info
What's inside
- Attempts to foster closer economic cooperation among Black Sea countries has so far faltered
- This is because the EU, Russia and Turkey have contributed to instability
- Slow progress is likely, as the EU reengages, Russia backs off and Turkey enhances security
Who will benefit?
- Report is targeted to the decision makers in cross country manufacturing – suppliers, manufacturers, logistics.
- Also considered useful for the administrative university facilities, to better understand the possibe effects of current decisions.
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