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flag In early 2026, the CEI boosted regional cooperation, Frontex saw a 60% drop in border crossings, Kosovo backed a war crimes trial, and EU leaders voiced concerns over Serbia and U.S.-Europe relations.

flag The Central European Initiative (CEI), a 17-nation forum founded in 1989, advanced regional cooperation in early 2026, supporting EU integration and sustainable development through projects in renewable energy, environmental protection, and youth opportunities. flag The CEI Fund at the EBRD committed over EUR 2.2 million to technical assistance. flag Meanwhile, Frontex reported a 60% drop in irregular border crossings into the EU in January, driven by severe winter weather, with a 72% decline on the Balkan Route. flag Kosovo’s Assembly backed a fair trial for former President Hashim Thaçi in a war crimes case, while EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos expressed concern over Serbia’s judicial reforms, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned of a growing U.S.-Europe rift.

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