Isa Blumi, Raymond Detrez, Dimitris Dalakoglou & Artan Sadiku
This panel will discuss the recent financial, political and migrant crises that have been sweeping South East Europe, and the social movements triggered by these crises. Ranging from populist, almost authoritarian, regimes to radical leftist governments and leaders in the region, the panelists will explore the local political dynamics, but also the shared future of Southeast Europe within and beyond the paradigm of crisis. Central question is if the social movements could bring tangible possibility for social change. Is social justice in the region achievable within the neo-liberal context governed by global geo-strategic interests?