Geopolitics
Geopolitical risk, geo-economics, and the reshaping of European strategic autonomy.
13th Annual Conference · Free Registration
REDETE 2026
Researching Economic Development and Entrepreneurship
Theme: Geopolitical Shifts, Supply Chains, and Regional Resilience in the Adriatic–Ionian Region and the Western Balkans
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Important Dates
Submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submission. Participation is free of charge.
May 31, 2026
Abstract Submission
Extended abstract (up to 400 words) submitted to redete@unibl.org
June 30, 2026
Full Paper Submission
Complete paper submitted following the Author Guidelines.
September 9–10, 2026
Conference
Presentations, keynote lectures, and special sessions in Ancona.
Topics of Interest
What We Research
Both theoretical and empirical papers are welcome, as are policy-oriented and applied contributions.
Supply Chains
Supply-chain restructuring, nearshoring, and industrial resilience in the Adriatic–Ionian space.
EU Enlargement
Europeanisation, macro-regional strategies (EUSAIR), and the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans.
Innovation
Smart Specialisation Strategies, innovation ecosystems, and R&D capacity in transition economies.
Entrepreneurship
SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurial ecosystems across the Western Balkans.
Digital & Green
Digital transformation, data governance, energy security, and sustainable development.
Co-organisers
Organising Institutions
University of Banja Luka
Faculty of Economics
Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Università Politecnica delle Marche
Facoltà di Economia "Giorgio Fuà"
Ancona, Italy
Leadership
Chief Advisor to the REDETE Network
Chief Advisor to the REDETE Network
Prof. Vassilios Fouskas
University of East London, UK
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