I’m Mirela Imširović, a Professor of International Relations, passionate about global cooperation, communication, sustainability, migration, peace, and political science. My academic journey spans Bosnia and Herzegovina, China, and Austria, with a Ph.D. in International Relations focusing on China’s collaboration with Southeast European countries. With experience in teaching, research, project management, and editorial work, I have contributed to institutions such as the Council of Europe, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences, United World College, and Proactive Health Technologies. My work explores international relations, migration studies, and media influence on global policy.
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November 10, 2025President Stevo Pendarovski: “No country that closed itself has grown into an empire” – IGES.
The Institute for Geopolitics, Economics and Security (IGES) had the honor of hosting Prof. Dr. Stevo Pendarovski, former President of North Macedonia, in Sarajevo on 09. November 2025.
Professor Pendarovski gave an inspiring lecture and was the main guest in a dialogue session with IGES members and friends entitled “A New Geopolitical Paradigm: The Place of the Balkans in a Changing Europe”.
The discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities brought by the new European reality, the role of the Balkans in global processes, and the prospects for regional cooperation in the context of current geopolitical changes.
“At the beginning of his presentation, President Pendarovski made a brief review of the political system of the former Yugoslavia, to make an academic comparison of the political culture of the Yugoslav and today’s systems. His review in this context did not compare the systems in a qualitative sense, but rather provided a basis for the continuation of his presentation in which he explained the key geopolitical changes in the Balkans from the time of the dissolution of the former Yugoslavia to the modern era.”- IGES.
At the end of his speech, President Pendarovski underlined how important the announcement that Albania and Montenegro will join the European Union by the end of the decade is. “I would like my country to be in that group, but unfortunately, as things stand, the government in Skopje is not thinking in the direction of Euro-Atlantic integration,” President Pendarovski underlined. – IGES [...]
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October 14, 2025Engaging in collaborative academic work within the GLITSS Project, COST Action CA21133 – Globalization, Illicit Trade, Sustainability and Security, continues to offer valuable insights into the complex intersections of globalization, technology, and security. Last week on 30.09. and 01.10.2025, I took part as Science Communication Coordinator and Deputy of Working Group 2 in the Core Group and Deputies Meeting held in Groningen, the Netherlands, where we discussed the strategic directions and upcoming plans for the next year of the project. The meeting brought together colleagues from across Europe to reflect on our progress and define priorities for the coming period.
A central focus of our discussions was the three-volume book series that will be published next year, alongside policy briefs, workshops, webinars, blog series, and other key milestones. These activities not only capture the diversity of perspectives within our network but also strengthen the collaborative ties that make the GLITSS Project such a dynamic and productive research environment.
The exchange of ideas and alignment of goals during the meeting reaffirmed the value of interdisciplinary collaboration in addressing the complex global issues that GLITSS seeks to explore. It was encouraging to see how different strands of work across the Action are coming together in ways that enhance both individual and collective research visibility. Together, we continue to strengthen the GLITSS network and advance research that connects sustainability, security, and global governance.
Photos by GLITSS COST Action, www.glitss.eu [...]
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September 25, 2025I am deeply honored to announce that I have been appointed as the National Point of Contact (NPoC) for Bosnia and Herzegovina within the International COSMIC MOVEMENT. This appointment represents both a personal recognition and a professional responsibility: to contribute to the mission of making science accessible to all and to help bridge the global space gap.
The International COSMIC MOVEMENT, guided by its inspiring motto “To the stars through humanity”, emphasizes the importance of science as a shared human endeavor. Its mission aligns strongly with the principles of inclusivity, collaboration, and accessibility, ensuring that knowledge and innovation are not limited by borders.
As the NPoC for Bosnia and Herzegovina, my role will include:
Supporting the integration of Bosnian and Herzegovinian researchers, students, and institutions into global scientific and space-related networks,
Facilitating dialogue and cooperation between local and international partners,
Promoting educational and professional opportunities for young scholars and early-career researchers in the field of space and cosmic studies,
Raising awareness about the relevance of space sciences for sustainable development and global cooperation.
This is not only a professional milestone but also a step forward for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s engagement in global scientific initiatives. The journey to the stars is, at its heart, a journey of knowledge, collaboration, and humanity, and I am eager to contribute to this path.
Dr. Mirela Imširović [...]
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