Thousands of Officials, Lasting Impact
Over a quarter-century, the CEF has – through learning and knowledge sharing – supported thousands of public officials, strengthened institutions, and contributed to the social and economic development of the region.
For Marija Hajduković, General Director of the Directorate for Strategic Planning in Public Administration, International Cooperation and IPA Funds at the Ministry of Public Administration of Montenegro, coaching became an opportunity to step back from the demands of her daily work, reflect on challenging situations,…
All Voices from the RegionBoris Košpić reflects on his experience within the WeCoach component of the EU-funded WeLead: EU Scheme for Young Professionals in the Western Balkans project. In his reflection, he shares how the coaching process provided a dedicated space for reflection and personal growth, helping him better understand his…
All Voices from the RegionInnovation in public administration is not only about new technologies or creative solutions. It is also about building institutions that can learn, adapt, and respond to a rapidly changing world. Through international exchange and peer learning, public officials gain new perspectives on how to strengthen governance,…
All Voices from PartnersWe are happy to share this reflection prepared by Valbona Gogu, a senior public official from the Ministry of Finance of Albania, who participated in the “Managing Forensic Assignments in the Public Sector” program delivered in partnership between CEF and Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA).…
All Voices from the RegionCentral banks are no longer operating in a world defined by stable rules and predictable risks. They are confronting rapid technological change, climate-related threats, geopolitical uncertainty, and increasingly sophisticated financial crime. In this environment, resilience depends not only on technical expertise,…
All Voices from PartnersAs part of the EU-funded Structural Reforms Better Integrated within Fiscal Frameworks (FISR2) project, Bahri Gündüz from the General Directorate of Plant Production at the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Türkiye participated in several project activities, including online courses, workshops, webinars,…
All Voices from the RegionIn this interview, Anna Blackman reflects on the long-standing partnership between the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA) and the CEF, which has been strengthening public financial management capacities across South East Europe for more than two decades. The conversation highlights the…
All Voices from PartnersDanijela Pejović, Head of the Division for Tax System and Tax Policy at the Ministry of Finance of Montenegro, reflects on her experience at the regional workshop on Green Taxation with a focus on the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), held in Ljubljana in February. As the EU prepares for the next phase…
All Voices from the RegionAs Europe accelerates financial integration and digital transformation, central banks are navigating an increasingly complex environment shaped by technological change, geopolitical uncertainty, and evolving monetary structures. In this joint interview for the CEF, Irena Radović, Governor of the Central Bank of…
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