Founding the Democratic Party in Serbia

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What was the economic situation like in Yugoslavia in 1990?

There was hyperinflation and the country was unstable.

Serbia went bankrupt and the economy collapsed.

Incomes increased and the country prospered. (correct)

Prices were high due to inflation and instability.

When did the economic miracle in Yugoslavia collapse?

At the end of 1989.

After Slovenia and Croatia's independence referendums in June 1991.

In September or October of 1990. (correct)

When Serbia went bankrupt.

What event triggered the dissolution of Yugoslavia according to the text?

Increased incomes in 1990.

Hyperinflation in 1989.

Slovenia and Croatia independence referendums in June 1991. (correct)

Introduction of a new economic program.

How did people generally feel in Yugoslavia until September or October of 1990?

Optimistic and prosperous. Signup and view all the answers

What role did ethnicity play among ordinary people in former Yugoslavia according to the text?

It was mainly triggered by political elites. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Serbia start preparing for dissolution according to the text?

When Serbia went bankrupt. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons provided for the EU to address the issue of Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Because the country is in economic and political deadlock Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as a potential agreement option between Serbia and Kosovo?

An agreement similar to Eastern and Western Germany Signup and view all the answers

How is Montenegro connected to other countries in the region according to the text?

Tightly connected with Croatia and Serbia Signup and view all the answers

What would happen once North Macedonia and Montenegro commence or complete accession talks according to the text?

Powerful spill-over effects benefiting other Western Balkan countries Signup and view all the answers

What is stated about the burden on the EU budget if it were to address the issues in the Western Balkans?

Negligible burden on the EU budget Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested as a symbolic signal that addressing the issues in the Western Balkans would send according to the text?

A signal of democratization Signup and view all the answers

What was the main focus of representation in the federal and provincial institutions?

The ethnic group Signup and view all the answers

Why was ethnicity considered extremely important for building a career?

To achieve 'ethnic justice' Signup and view all the answers

What was perceived as a general feeling by the people in the context of ethnicity?

Ethnic injustice Signup and view all the answers

What factor does the text suggest could have potentially saved Yugoslavia from dissolution?

Democracy and democratisation Signup and view all the answers

What prompted the communist oligarchy to turn to separatism according to the text?

Loss of power due to pro-democracy movements Signup and view all the answers

Why did Franjo Tuđman miscalculate the Serbian response to Croatian independence?

He misunderstood the historical relationship between Serbs and Croats Signup and view all the answers

What was Slobodan Milošević's main miscalculation according to the text?

Having no exit strategy Signup and view all the answers

What international support could have potentially helped save Yugoslavia, according to the text?

International support for democratization of socialist countries Signup and view all the answers

What potential outcome could have been achieved if Yugoslavia had embraced democratization according to the text?

EU membership acceptance Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons behind the resistance of the communist oligarchy to democratic reforms according to the text?

Potential loss of power and influence Signup and view all the answers

When was the Democratic Party formally founded?

February 1990 Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial aim of the Democratic Party when it was founded?

To save the Yugoslav project Signup and view all the answers

Why did the author leave the Democratic Party in late 1990?

Because the party became nationalist Signup and view all the answers

What historic event in Serbia made it impossible to run a democratic party?

Nationalist movements in power and opposition Signup and view all the answers

What was a flaw in Brussels' strategy towards the Western Balkans according to the text?

The EU focuses on problems it cannot resolve Signup and view all the answers

What historic mistake does the author suggest the EU is currently committing?

Risking losing its credibility by not delivering on enlargement promises Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention that there was no need for the author to do something in Macedonia?

Because the author's father was already active there Signup and view all the answers

'There has never been overwhelming interest in Serbia, in Bosnia and Herzegovina or in Croatia in joining the EU.' What does this statement imply?

'EU ambitions are entirely dependent on their nationalist interests being satisfied.' Signup and view all the answers

'The other big mistake is that the EU is trying to have a geopolitical role in the Balkans, without having any geopolitical instruments.' What does this statement suggest?

'The EU lacks necessary tools to play its desired role.' Signup and view all the answers

What is Serbia's attitude towards resolving the issue of Kosovo's independence for EU membership?

Serbia is not interested in sacrificing its nationalistic interests for EU membership. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the EU accession negotiations with North Macedonia and Albania stall?

Because of a Dutch veto against Albania and a Bulgarian veto against North Macedonia. Signup and view all the answers

What reasons are cited for objections to Albania's accession to the EU?

Concerns about drugs, crime, and other problems in Albania. Signup and view all the answers

Why were several EU countries opposed to Turkey joining the EU around 2000?

Primarily because Turkey is a Muslim country. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text suggest it won't be easy for Kosovo and Albania to gain EU admittance?

Due to their historical conflicts with other EU nations. Signup and view all the answers

What reason does the text give for Bulgaria exploiting the EU accession process?

To foster nationalist dissatisfaction within the country. Signup and view all the answers

What does Germany's role in pushing for the accession talks suggest about its stance on North Macedonia?

Germany is a key supporter of North Macedonia's accession to the EU. Signup and view all the answers

'Did Germany try hard enough?' in relation to EU accession talks implies what about Angela Merkel?

'Angela Merkel should have taken a stronger stance.' Signup and view all the answers

'Everybody is in favour of opening negotiations with North Macedonia' indicates what about North Macedonia's status?

'North Macedonia enjoys widespread support for its accession.' Signup and view all the answers