Politics

Analysis: EU races to embrace the Western Balkans before Russia and China tighten grip

Stuart Dowell
 22.10.2025, 17:18
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants Serbia and other Western Balkan countries to decide for the EU, rather than Russia or China. Photo: PAP/EPA/ANDREJ CUKIC
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen wants Serbia and other Western Balkan countries to decide for the EU, rather than Russia or China. Photo: PAP/EPA/ANDREJ CUKIC

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