Analysis
We provide our clients with in-depth analysis of political, security and economic developments in the Balkans, both region-wide and country specific but always tailored to their needs. With our network of analysts embedded throughout the region and immersed in the latest information at its source, we not only explain to our clients specific events but also provide foresight regarding risks and opportunities.
Corporate Investigations
BIRN Consultancy handles a wide range of corporate investigations and integrity due diligence cases. Our clients come to us when considering a new business relationship or when they are worried about an existing one running into problems. We answer their questions but also point out issues which they might have missed.
Advisory
Whether our clients are entering a new market, expanding existing projects or exploiting other opportunities, we help them make informed decisions in uncertain political, regulatory and commercial conditions. Irrespective of whether our clients need to understand the wider business environment, a specific sector or map key decision makers, we carry out research and provide analysis based on their needs.
Tailored to your needs
Sometimes the needs of our clients require a mix of all of our services or relate to a niche problem that does not fall neatly into any of the above categories. Some problems require multi-jurisdictional investigations and analysis. Whatever the brief, we can assemble the most relevant expertise to provide answers for our clients based on their needs.
News
- Serbia President Attends Summit in Montenegro Despite Intelligence WarningsDespite alleged security threats and a ban on 87 Serbs entering Montenegro, Vucic travels to EU–Western Balkans Summit, saying it is 'important to represent Serbia there'.
- Romania’s President Taps Independent Candidate to Form GovtPM-Designate Eugen Tomac has only ten days to try to form a government and present it to parliament for approval, which may prove difficult.
- Hungary Drops EU Veto to Open New Chapter in Relations with UkraineDeal between Ukraine and Hungary’s new government over minority rights clears way for Kyiv to start EU accession talks.
- Greek Police’s ‘Unlawful Force and Impunity’ Criticised in Amnesty ReportWatchdog's new report says routine use of 'unlawful force' during demonstrations combined with high level of impunity has 'chilling effect on right to protest'.
Premium Content
- Osim, Dzeko and Bosnia’s Valiant World Cup Football OdysseyBosnia and Herzegovina will compete in the World Cup this month. Can they take inspiration from the legacy of legendary manager Ivica Osim? Lida Hujic meets Osim’s illustrious son Amar to find out – and asks team captain Edin Dzeko too.
- Kosovo Leaders Again Bid for Power Amid Vote-Influencing ClaimsAs Kosovo heads toward its third election in 16 months – with few signs that it will resolve the political deadlock – acting PM Kurti faces accusations of using public money to swing voters.
- Letter from London: Close to Boiling PointThe thermometer’s risen sharply, both literally and politically, this spring - but even with so much else to preoccupy Britons, the Balkans hasn’t quite slipped off the radar.
- Rama’s Arguments with RSF Draw Attention From Albanian Media’s ProblemsEdi Rama’s public exchanges with Reporters Without Borders, RSF, over its latest Freedom Index are part of a familiar pattern of redirecting attention away from real problems in society, experts say.