Exploring the legal framework of genetically modified organisms in the Western Balkans

Brankov, Tatjana and Puškarić, Anton (2024) Exploring the legal framework of genetically modified organisms in the Western Balkans. Ekonomika, 70 (1). pp. 79-94. ISSN 0350-137X

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Abstract

In the Western Balkans, comprising Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, and Kosovo*3, there exists a diversity of perspectives on the matter of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and their associated politics. Given the growing significance of this issue and the ongoing discourse within the EU regarding new genomic techniques (NGTs), the primary objective of this paper is to assess the prevailing regulatory landscape within the region. The findings underscore the vital need for a harmonized regulatory framework concerning NGTs among countries in the same geographical vicinity. The absence of such coherence could potentially cast doubt on the viability of the Open Balkan initiative. This article thus serves as a foundational resource for governments, scholars, and policymakers engaged in the formulation of GMO-related policies, fostering a comprehensive understanding of the regional dynamics and facilitating informed decision-making.

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