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Tema ovog rada, korupcija, izazov za institucije Kosova, je vrlo široka i aktuelna tema koja obuhvata teorijski i praktični tretman. Korupcija, koja je opisana kao korištenje javne vlasti za pojedine namjene, je vrlo kompleksan pojam. To je odlika raznih društava i država, koja posljednjih nekoliko godina, smatra se kao vrlo prisutna pojava u zemljama u tranziciji, one nerazvijene kao i one u razvoju, navodeći kao prepreka za implementaciju demokratije. Korupcija ima tendenciju da raste brže od dinamike implementiranja za njenu neutralizaciju. Sistematski, korupcija je izazvala i nastavlja da izazive mnoge zabrinjavajuće probleme u svim zemljama svijeta, a posebno na Kosovu. Na osnovu izvještaja Transparency International-a, korupcija je jedna od najvećih izazova savremenog svijeta.Važnost proučavanja ovog problema kroz ovu temu ima za cilj prepoznati veličinu, strukturu i dinamiku ovog fenomena; da analizira sveobuhvatan utjecaj općih faktora. Na osnovu identifikacije problema korupcije, lokalnih i međunarodnih izvještaja koji zaključuju visok nivo ove vrste kriminala, pored drugih područja i u sigurnosnim pitanjima, korupcija se vidi kao ozbiljna rana za naše društvo. Obrazloženje ovog rada je logična posljedica fenomena korupcije u Republici Kosovo.Uzroci, posljedice i borba protiv korupcije su uvijek predmet brojnih istraživanja i razgovora među istraživačima, političarima i drugim akterima koji se bave ovim problemima, ne ostavljajući sa strane i segmentia civilnog društva. Ovi problemi predstavljaju predmet proučavanja ovog rada iz moje perspektive sa namerom da bi se pridružio opšte zabrinutosti zbog ove pojave.Tokom ovog studija će se koristiti različite metodologije, kao metodologija analize slučajeva korupcije, metoda komparativne analize, komparativne metode i statističke metode pojave i borbe protiv korupcije na Kosovu za godine 2012-2014.Za borbu i sprečavanje korupcije, društvo i institucije Kosova, pored preventivnih mjera, bi trebala provesti dostignute mjere iz nauke kriminalistike na osnovu savremenih trendova u sigurnostnom menadžmentu. Krajnji cilj ovog rada je utjelovljenje ili praktična primjena njegovih rezultata i statistike u naporima društva da spriječi, ograničuje i eliminira pojavu korupcije na Kosovu. --- The theme of this paper, corruption, the challenge for Kosovo institutions is a very broad and actual topic, which includes both theoretical and the practical handling. Corruption, which is described as the use of public power for individual purposes is a very complex concept. It is a feature of different societies and countries. In recent years it is considered as a very present phenomenon in transition countries, the least developed ones as well as developing countries, stating corruption as an obstacle to the implementation of democracy. Corruption tends to grow faster than the dynamics implemented to neutralize it. Systematically, it has caused and continues to cause many stressing problems in all countries of the world and especially in Kosovo. Based on a report of the Transparency International, corruption is one of the biggest challenges of the contemporary world.The importance of the study of this problem through this topic aims to recognize the size, structure and dynamics of this phenomenon; to analyze comprehensively the impact of general factors. Based on the identification of the problem of corruption, and local and international reports which establish a high level of this type of crime besides other areas in security issues, corruption is seen as a serious wound for our society. Rationality of this paper is the logical consequence of the corruption phenomenon in the Republic of Kosovo.Causes, consequences and fighting against corruption are always subject to numerous studies and discussions among researchers, politicians and other stakeholders dealing with these problems, not leaving out the segments of civil society. These concerns constitute the object of study of this paper from my perspective in order to join the general concern over this phenomenon.During this study, different methodologies will be used, as follows: methodology of the analysis of corruption cases, the method of comparative analysis, comparative methods and statistical methods of presenting and combating corruption in Kosovo for 2012-2014.For combating and preventing corruption, Kosovo society and institutions, in addition to preventive measures, should implement the measures of science of criminology achieved by contemporary trends in safety management. The ultimate goal of this work is the materialization or practical application of its results and statistics in the society efforts to prevent, limit and eliminate the phenomenon of corruption in Kosovo.

The main goal of this paper is to discuss the dynamics of public debt servicing – both domestic and foreign – in Zambia, tracing the trends, reforms and challenges over the period from 1964 to 2015. The paper shows that the exceptional rise in public debt servicing obligations in Zambia over the period under review has been principally due to high domestic and foreign interest rates, frequent debt rescheduling at commercial rates, and capitalisation of non-liquidated service obligations at commercial rates. Also revealed in the paper is the fact that prior to 2005, Zambia experienced severe public debt servicing problems which eased after 2006 owing to debt relief initiatives and an economic rebound. Among the government debt service reforms discussed in the paper are structural adjustments in foreign exchange management, fiscal and monetary reforms, and aggressive engagement of traditional creditors. Primary among the identified challenges of public debt servicing in Zambia was the insistent economic crises that dogged the country during the study period. Notwithstanding the current public debt service sustainability and remarkable economic performance that characterise the country today, the paper found that the recent contraction of nonconcessional loans by the state poses a threat to debt service sustainability in future. Hence, the paper recommends, among other things, for aligning of public sector infrastructure spending with revenues to ensure budget sustainability, and to continue diversifying the economy to minimise the impact of external commodity price shocks on the economy. ; The main goal of this paper is to discuss the dynamics of public debt servicing – both domestic and foreign – in Zambia, tracing the trends, reforms and challenges over the period from 1964 to 2015. The paper shows that the exceptional rise in public debt servicing obligations in Zambia over the period under review has been principally due to high domestic and foreign interest rates, frequent debt rescheduling at commercial rates, and capitalisation of non-liquidated service obligations at commercial rates. Also revealed in the paper is the fact that prior to 2005, Zambia experienced severe public debt servicing problems which eased after 2006 owing to debt relief initiatives and an economic rebound. Among the government debt service reforms discussed in the paper are structural adjustments in foreign exchange management, fiscal and monetary reforms, and aggressive engagement of traditional creditors. Primary among the identified challenges of public debt servicing in Zambia was the insistent economic crises that dogged the country during the study period. Notwithstanding the current public debt service sustainability and remarkable economic performance that characterise the country today, the paper found that the recent contraction of nonconcessional loans by the state poses a threat to debt service sustainability in future. Hence, the paper recommends, among other things, for aligning of public sector infrastructure spending with revenues to ensure budget sustainability, and to continue diversifying the economy to minimise the impact of external commodity price shocks on the economy.

Since its declaration of independence Kosovo has clearly postured itself towards Euro-Atlantic integration with NATO, keeping its door open towards Western Balkan states. This integration process faces major challenges stemming from different dimensions: NATO's internal unity and its stance towards Kosovo's political status having direct impact in consensual decision making processes; current geopolitical tensions from a global perspective, particularly between the West and Russia; and Kosovo's ability to fulfil NATO's standards and criteria. These challenges might prove very difficult to overcome at least in the current global political and security environment. The objective of this paper is to discuss from legal and geopolitical perspectives the relations between Kosovo and NATO and the challenges, dynamics and perspective of NATO opening a formal integration process for Kosovo. ; Since its declaration of independence Kosovo has clearly postured itself towards Euro-Atlantic integration with NATO, keeping its door open towards Western Balkan states. This integration process faces major challenges stemming from different dimensions: NATO's internal unity and its stance towards Kosovo's political status having direct impact in consensual decision making processes; current geopolitical tensions from a global perspective, particularly between the West and Russia; and Kosovo's ability to fulfil NATO's standards and criteria. These challenges might prove very difficult to overcome at least in the current global political and security environment. The objective of this paper is to discuss from legal and geopolitical perspectives the relations between Kosovo and NATO and the challenges, dynamics and perspective of NATO opening a formal integration process for Kosovo.

The Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road initiatives ("One Belt, One Road") are of significance in enhancing China's open economy. This article explores the dual security challenges faced by the "One Belt, One Road" initiative. These challenges include both traditional security challenges, such as great power competition, territorial and island disputes, and political turmoil in the region, as well as non-traditional threats such as terrorism, piracy, and transnational organized crime. This article analyzes the present situation of security cooperation in the region covered by "One Belt, One Road" and also suggests that China needs to pay special attention to three issues, namely the supply of public security goods, the interests of the United States and Russia, and the pivot of Pakistan, besides developing its own strength. ; The Silk Road Economic Belt and the 21st Century Maritime Silk Road initiatives ("One Belt, One Road") are of significance in enhancing China's open economy. This article explores the dual security challenges faced by the "One Belt, One Road" initiative. These challenges include both traditional security challenges, such as great power competition, territorial and island disputes, and political turmoil in the region, as well as non-traditional threats such as terrorism, piracy, and transnational organized crime. This article analyzes the present situation of security cooperation in the region covered by "One Belt, One Road" and also suggests that China needs to pay special attention to three issues, namely the supply of public security goods, the interests of the United States and Russia, and the pivot of Pakistan, besides developing its own strength.

NATO's enlargement in the Western Balkans (WB) has been the focus of a number of debates for almost two decades. Opinions and positions regarding this question range from serious doubts, criticisms and opportunistic press releases to enthusiastic support for membership. This paper assesses Bosnian reforms and policy changes, as well as the country's efforts to join NATO. Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) has made significant steps in moving towards NATO's military and political standards, but not sufficiently. Although BiH is viewed by some observers as a country approaching the point of joining the Membership Action Plan (MAP), this prospect remains uncertain. The findings of this research suggest that BiH is different from other WB countries and that it is not suitable for understanding the NATO integration challenges in the WB. In order to understand Bosnian 'specifics', it is necessary not only to view the challenges through the prism of technical and other domestic issues in BiH. A wider approach must be adopted. Through understanding the Bosnian specifics, the dilemmas related to the NATO membership of BiH become more obvious and clear. Bosnian specifics illustrate why BiH is not able to take significant steps towards long-term stabilization and NATO membership. ; NATO's enlargement in the Western Balkans (WB) has been the focus of a number of debates for almost two decades. Opinions and positions regarding this question range from serious doubts, criticisms and opportunistic press releases to enthusiastic support for membership. This paper assesses Bosnian reforms and policy changes, as well as the country's efforts to join NATO. Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) has made significant steps in moving towards NATO's military and political standards, but not sufficiently. Although BiH is viewed by some observers as a country approaching the point of joining the Membership Action Plan (MAP), this prospect remains uncertain. The findings of this research suggest that BiH is different from other WB countries and that it is not suitable for understanding the NATO integration challenges in the WB. In order to understand Bosnian 'specifics', it is necessary not only to view the challenges through the prism of technical and other domestic issues in BiH. A wider approach must be adopted. Through understanding the Bosnian specifics, the dilemmas related to the NATO membership of BiH become more obvious and clear. Bosnian specifics illustrate why BiH is not able to take significant steps towards long-term stabilization and NATO membership.

In the first part of the paper the author makes observations about the demographic processes and ageing of the population. In the second part some basic data about ageing that determines prolongation of life cycle are presented on one hand, and the decreased rates of demographic reproduction on the other. The second part of the paper outlines the projections about the ageing of the population in Croatia and Europe in the following decades. In the third part of the paper public policies focused on overcoming and mitigating consequences of the population ageing are discussed. These include the concept of active ageing, reforms in pension and health systems and the system of the care for the elderly. Finally, the author reflects on some aspects of the future intergenerational contract that should be based on the paradigm adjusted with the changes of circumstances in which people live nowadays. ; U prvom dijelu rada autor iznosi zapažanja o demografskim procesima i starenju stanovništva. U drugom dijelu prezentirani su osnovni podaci o starenju koje determinira produljenje ljudskog vijeka, s jedne, te smanjene stope demografske reprodukcije, s druge strane. U nastavku se iznose projekcije o starenju stanovništva u Hrvatskoj i Europi u narednim desetljećima. U trećem dijelu raspravlja se o javnim politikama usmjerenim na prevladavanje i ublažavanje posljedica starenja stanovništva. Riječ je o konceptu aktivnog starenja, reformama u mirovinskom i zdravstvenom sustavu te sustavu skrbi o starima. Na kraju, autor se osvrće na neke aspekte budućeg međugeneracijskog sporazuma koji se treba temeljiti na paradigmi usklađenoj s promjenama okolnosti u kojima ljudi danas žive.

It is well known that all educational policies promote inclusion as the major idea in a contemporary system of education. Inclusive education allows children with and without disabilities to attend the same age-appropriate classes at their local school, with additional, individually tailored support if needed. However, large equity gaps in education access and outcomes still exist between groups of children, because some marginalized groups of children experience shockingly low rates of access and learning. Children with disabilities are still faced with a lot of challenges in realizing their right to education and they are one of the most marginalized and excluded groups in education. The Croatian laws clearly indicate that disabled children have the right to an inclusive education and that schools have to provide conditions which lead to successful education of all children. A question arises, however, regarding the level at which the Law is implemented in educational practice, due to the fact that it is unknown whether the conditions for its proper implementation exist in Croatian schools. Some results of the research which was conducted in the frame of the project "Evidence-based early educational interventions" are presented in this paper. The main goals of the research are (1) to determine areas in which students with disabilities need additional support and (2) to analyse differences in the perceived inclusive dimension of the quality of educational processes, from the perspective of teachers as well as from the perspective of students, in five mainstream Croatian primary schools. The research was conducted on a sample of 97 students with disabilities and 97 of their peers without disabilities. Students and their teachers filled in two Questionnaires about students' behaviours that were developed for the purpose of the Project (the Questionnaire for students and the Questionnaire for teachers). The results suggested that students with disabilities have a need for additional support in the educational process, as well as support in developing appropriate relationships with peers. However, they do not reach the expected level of socialization and academic success, which indicates that the policy of inclusion is still not well implemented into educational practice. Different reasons for such results and suggestions for overcoming this situation are discussed. ; Dobro je poznato da sve obrazovne politike promoviraju inkluziju kao glavnu ideju svakog suvremenog obrazovnog sustava. Inkluzivno obrazovanje omogućuje djeci s teškoćama i bez njih da zajedno uče u istim razredima, u skladu sa svojom dobi, uz dodatnu, individualno prilagođenu podršku djeci koja je trebaju. Međutim, u obrazovanju još uvijek postoje velike nejednakosti u pristupačnosti obrazovanja i ishodima učenja nekih skupina djece, budući da postoje marginalizirane skupine koja doživljavaju izuzetno nisku razinu pristupačnosti obrazovanja i kvalitete učenja. Djeca s teškoćama još su uvijek suočena s mnogim izazovima u ostvarivanju svog prava na obrazovanje i ona u tom smislu predstavljaju jednu od najmarginaliziranijih i isključenih skupina. U hrvatskom je zakonodavstvu jasno naglašeno da djeca s teškoćama imaju pravo na inkluzivno obrazovanje i da su škole dužne osigurati uvjete koji vode uspješnom obrazovanju sve djece. Pitanje se, međutim, postavlja u odnosu na razinu u kojoj se zakon provodi u odgojno-obrazovnoj praksi, budući da je nepoznato postoje li uvjeti za njegovu primjerenu primjenu u hrvatskim školama. U ovom je radu prikazan dio rezultata istraživanja koje je provedeno u sklopu projekta "Rane odgojno-obrazovne intervencije temeljene na pokazateljima uspješnosti". Osnovni ciljevi istraživanja su (1) utvrditi područja u kojima učenici s teškoćama trebaju dodatnu podršku i (2) analizirati razlike u doživljenoj inkluzivnoj dimenziji kvalitete obrazovnog procesa iz perspektive učitelja i iz perspektive učenika, u pet hrvatskih redovnih osnovnih škola. Istraživanje je provedeno na uzorku od 97 učenika s teškoćama i njihovih 97 standardno razvijenih vršnjaka. Učenici i njihovi učitelji ispunili su dva upitnika o ponašanju učenika koji su razvijeni za potrebe projekta (Upitnik za učenike i Upitnik za učitelje). Rezultati pokazuju da učenici s teškoćama imaju potrebu za dodatnom podrškom u obrazovnom procesu, ali i za podrškom u razvoju primjerenih odnosa s vršnjacima. Međutim, oni ne postižu očekivanu razinu socijalizacije i akademskog uspjeha, što pokazuje da se inkluzivna politika još uvijek nedovoljno dobro implementira u obrazovnu praksu. Autori raspravljaju o različitim razlozima dobivenih rezultata i mogućim načinima prevladavanja uočenog nesuglasja.

The role of the European Union (EU) trade liberalisation with the Western Balkans — namely Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania, and Macedonia — is overestimated, as major benefits could be expected mainly from institutional reforms rather than trade creation and economic perspective due to low economic development and a lack of comparative advantages in these countries.1 The core issue to be addressed in this article is whether these firms can exploit the opportunities arising from the EU integration process. The aim of this article is to confirm the hypothesis that the Stabilization and Association Agreement (SAA) and trade agreements in the Western Balkans are not sufficient pre-conditions for successful performance and increase of exports by local firms; the main focus should be on the internal performance of firms. The paper analyses and compares the data collected by surveys conducted with local firms in Kosovo in order to measure the impact of the SAA. Finally, the article suggests that in the short and medium run the SAA could support and improve the quality of products, technical standards, and firm competitiveness as a pre-condition for better access to the EU market in the long run. ; The role of the European Union (EU) trade liberalisation with the Western Balkans — namely Kosovo, Montenegro, Albania, and Macedonia — is overestimated, as major benefits could be expected mainly from institutional reforms rather than trade creation and economic perspective due to low economic development and a lack of comparative advantages in these countries.1 The core issue to be addressed in this article is whether these firms can exploit the opportunities arising from the EU integration process. The aim of this article is to confirm the hypothesis that the Stabilization and Association Agreement (SAA) and trade agreements in the Western Balkans are not sufficient pre-conditions for successful performance and increase of exports by local firms; the main focus should be on the internal performance of firms. The paper analyses and compares the data collected by surveys conducted with local firms in Kosovo in order to measure the impact of the SAA. Finally, the article suggests that in the short and medium run the SAA could support and improve the quality of products, technical standards, and firm competitiveness as a pre-condition for better access to the EU market in the long run.

Cilj je ovog preglednog rada istaknuti važnost rasprave o temi sveučilišne nastave i nastavničkih kompetencija visokoškolskih nastavnika. U sustavu visokog obrazovanja tijekom posljednjih desetljeća događaju se brojne promjene koje se uočavaju kroz drastičan porast i sve veću heterogenost studentske populacije, iz čega proizlazi potreba za redefiniranjem uloge sveučilišnog nastavnika. Iako sveučilišni nastavnici jesu stručnjaci u znanstvenim poljima kojima se bave, dubinsko poznavanje sadržaja predmeta poučavanja ne čini ih istodobno stručnjacima za nastavu. Istraživanja su pokazala da su programi pedagoškog osposobljavanja i usavršavanja sveučilišnih nastavnika učinkoviti u podizanju kvalitete sveučilišne nastave te da doprinose razvoju nastavničkih kompetencija, a njihova važnost konstantno se naglašava i u smjernicama strateških dokumenata na razini europske obrazovne politike. U hrvatskom sustavu visokog obrazovanja uočavaju se brojni izazovi koji doprinose negativnoj percepciji nastavničke profesije, stoga se javlja potreba za dubljim istraživanjem ove teme i promišljanjem o izazovima implementacije programa za osposobljavanje i usavršavanje sveučilišnih nastavnika. ; The aim of this paper review is to emphasize the importance of a discussion about teaching in higher education and teaching competencies of university teachers. In recent decades in higher education system, a number of changes has been evident, especially through a drastic increase and larger heterogeneity of student population, which implies the need to redefine the role of university teachers. Although university teachers are experts in their scientific fields, a deeper knowledge of teaching content does not make them experts on teaching at the same time. Research has shown that the programs of pedagogical education and training of university teachers are effective in raising the quality of university teaching and can contribute to the development of teacher competencies. The importance of those programs is constantly emphasized in the guidelines and strategic documents of European education policy. Numerous challenges that contribute to the negative perception of the teaching profession were identified in the Croatian system of higher education. Therefore, there is a need for a deeper study of this topic and a reflection on the challenges of the implementation of programs for education and training for university teachers.