The Opening Session of #LeadBalkans set an inspiring and forward-looking tone for the conference.
Under the theme “What makes us stay, return, or invest”, the discussion set the tone tackling one of the most critical challenges for the Western Balkans, how to turn mobility into opportunity and diaspora potential into sustainable regional growth.
Moderated by Mr. Uroš Živković, the session featured:
🔹 Mr. Andi Hoxhaj – King’s College
🔹 Ms. Sandra Leitner – Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
🔹 Mr. Klement Camaj – University of the West of Scotland
The conversation provided insightful reflections on migration dynamics, investment climates, institutional trust, and the emotional dimension of belonging.
