“The Battle for 20 Percent”: A Deep Dive into Ethnic Self-Declaration Challenges in Albania’s Population Census

Dr. Emir Hadzikadunic Discusses the New American Strategy in the Balkans at “Open Seminars”

June 9, 2023 – The “Open Seminars” series, renowned for its insightful discussions on geopolitics, recently welcomed Dr. Emir Hadzikadunic, a former ambassador and esteemed expert in Balkan security. The seminar focused on the evolving American strategy in the Balkans, which Dr. Hadzikadunic critically evaluated, offering his profound insights into...

June 6, 2023

Open seminars • Projects

Prof. Dr. Enver Bytyci Sheds Light on Russian Geopolitics in Eastern and Southeastern Europe at “Open Seminars”

June 5, 2023 – In a compelling session of the “Open Seminars” series, Prof. Dr. Enver Bytyci, a renowned expert in geopolitical studies, presented an in-depth analysis of Russia’s strategic maneuvers in Eastern and Southeastern Europe, particularly against the backdrop of the ongoing crisis following Russia’s occupation of Ukraine. This...

June 5, 2023

Open seminars • Projects

“Open Seminars” Explores Challenges and Achievements of Young Albanian Writers with Vaka Bler and Marinela Sela

April 15, 2023 – The Institute “Sami Frashëri” hosted an engaging session of “Open Seminars” featuring young and talented writers Bler Vaka and Marinela Sela. The seminar, dedicated to the theme “Young Writers: The Challenges They Face and the Opportunities They Present in the Literary World,” provided a platform for...

April 15, 2023

Open seminars • Projects

“Open Seminars” Delves into Deconstructing Serbian Myths about Kosovo with Dr. Ardian Muhaj

Date: March 15, 2023 In a compelling session of the “Open Seminars” series, hosted by the Institute “Sami Frashëri,” Dr. Ardian Muhaj, a distinguished historian and researcher at the Institute of History, presented an insightful analysis titled “Deconstructing Serbian Myths about Kosovo.” This discussion brought to light the enduring influence...

March 15, 2023

Open seminars • Projects

Dr. Mentor Beqa Explores Lessons from the American Political System at “Open Seminars”

February 18, 2023 – At a recent session of “Open Seminars,” Dr. Mentor Beqa, the Director of the Institute “Sami Frashëri,” addressed the critical issue of unchecked political party power in Albania and the potential lessons to be learned from the American political system. Key Insights from the Seminar: Albania’s...

February 18, 2023

Open seminars • Projects

Dr. Çelo Hoxha Explores the Illegitimacy of Communist Power in Albania at “Open Seminars”

January 17, 2023 – In the last session of the “Open Seminars” series, organized by the Institute “Sami Frashëri” and the Center for Advanced Studies, Dr. Çelo Hoxha, Director of the Institute for the Study of Communist Crimes (ISKK), presented a compelling analysis on the topic: “The Illegitimacy of Communist...

January 17, 2023

Open seminars • Projects