Why Public Opinion Matters in EU Enlargement: Insights from the Western Balkans

Public opinion plays a critical role in EU enlargement, shaping integration in post-conflict societies like Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Croatia. My thesis, "Between Belgrade and Brussels: Public Opinion and the Future of EU Enlargement in the Western Balkans," reveals how public sentiment influences economic expectations, sovereignty concerns, and post-accession behavior, highlighting the importance of adaptable EU policies for effective integration.