Montenegro has emerged as the EU’s most advanced candidate country, having opened all 33 screened chapters and provisionally closed 13 of them after over a decade of accession negotiations. In this interview,…

As part of the EU-funded multi-beneficiary project “Structural Reforms Better Integrated Within Fiscal Frameworks” (FISR2), we are happy to share the reflection, prepared by Eva Doda, Director of the Directorate…

Across the Western Balkans, young public officials are entering public service with talent, ambition, and a drive to make public institutions more effective while helping the region move closer to the…

Over the past four months, participants in the Managing Forensic Assignments in the Public Sector certification program completed online modules covering fraud principles, public sector fraud risks, digital…

Marsed Harizi shares his reflections on the CEF Expert Coaching and Mentoring Skills Development Program, a coaching and mentoring skills training program recognized and certified by International Coaching…

Geri Dule from the Albanian School of Public Administration (ASPA) reflects on his journey within the WeCoach component of the WeLead project, funded by the European Union. In his reflection, he shares…

In 2026, the CEF proudly marks 25 years of successful operations. Established in 2001 as a Slovenian foundation, this milestone year offers an opportunity to reflect on a quarter-century of learning, collaboration,…

Montenegro’s draft EU Accession Programme for 2026–2027 plans the adoption of 564 acts, with 490 expected in 2026. The Ministry of European Affairs said 122 obligations are directly linked to meeting the…

On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria, one of the CEF member countries, joined the euro area. This is a historic milestone and an important step toward deeper economic integration in Europe. We congratulate our…

As part of the WeCoach component of the WeLead project, funded by the European Union, participants engaged in a structured coaching process designed to support personal growth, leadership development,…