Burim Mexhuani
Biographic Data
| ID | 1370704 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Burim Mexhuani |
| GIVEN NAMES | Burim |
| FAMILY NAME | Mexhuani |
| SIGNATURE | MEXHUANI B |
| AFFILIATIONS | European University of Tirana |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-4515-0806 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 10 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 0 |
| AUTHOR COUNT | 10 |
| EDITOR COUNT | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2023 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 0 |
Interface Capture in Hybrid Governance
Adopting Digital Tools in Higher Education
The digital transformation of higher education, driven by technological advancements and evolving societal needs, presents both significant opportunities and critical challenges. This study integrates the technology acceptance model (TAM), diffusion of innovations (DOI), comprehensive literature review, in‐depth case studies and empirical survey data to explore these dynamics. The findings reveal the potential of digital technologies—such as onli…
The Cost of Neoliberalism
Authoritarian neoliberalism debates
Since communism’s collapse, Central and Eastern Europe adopted neoliberal reforms for democratization and market integration. However, democratic institutions in many countries have backslid. Scholars debate neoliberalism’s impacts and the rise of oligarchs concentrating wealth and distorting democracy. This review analyzes 50 sources from 1990-2020 through meta-analysis. Literature is assessed regarding neoliberalization’s mechanisms and effects…
Kosovo’s multilateral engagement
This study examines the ways in which Kosovo strategically uses multilateral diplomacy to navigate challenges and improve its international standing, despite the significant geopolitical constraints facing it. Regardless of opposition from influential states such as Serbia and Russia, Kosovo has been able to make incremental progress in gaining international recognition and legitimacy through its proactive participation in multilateral forums. Ko…
Neoliberalism and the Erosion of Democracy
The relationship between neoliberalism and democracy has been a topic of debate among scholars for decades. Neoliberalism, an economic and political ideology that emphasizes free markets, deregulation, and privatization, has gained global influence but has also been criticized for undermining democratic institutions. This article offers a critical perspective on the emergence of authoritarian neoliberalism and its impact on democratic governance …
Leadership styles and the legitimacy of Kosovo’s leaders
This paper examines the relationship between leadership styles and the legitimacy of political leaders in post-conflict societies, using Kosovo as a case study. Specifically, we investigate how the leadership styles of Kosovo’s political leaders influence the effectiveness of government institutions and policies, and how this impacts the legitimacy of the government. Drawing on existing literature and a qualitative approach that includes analysis…
The Role of the EU in Shaping Kosovo’s Political Future
This paper critically analyzes the role of the European Union (EU) in shaping Kosovo’s political future, with a particular focus on the successes, challenges, and implications of the EU’s involvement for Kosovo-Serbia relations. Drawing on existing literature and primary sources, the paper compares the EU’s approach to Kosovo with its policies towards other countries in the region, including Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia. Through thi…
The prospects and challenges of Kosovo's accession to the EU in light of the EU's policies and priorities
Introduction This paper analyzes the extent to which the EU's involvement in Kosovo's political and economic development has contributed to the country's progress toward democratization and European integration. Methods The study employs a comparative analysis of the EU's engagement with Kosovo versus other Western Balkan countries. It also utilizes a case study approach to identify the unique challenges presented by Kosovo's contested statehood.…
Challenging Authoritarian Neoliberalism
Additional informationNotes on contributorsBurim MexhuaniBurim Mexhuani is Lecturer of Political Science at the UBT – University for Business and Technology, Kosovo. He holds a PhD in Political Sciences and International Relations and has been actively involved in researching and analyzing political developments in Kosovo. His research focuses on political developments in Kosovo and the role of the EU in shaping Kosovo's political future. He has …
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Leadership styles and the legitimacy of Kosovo’s leaders
This paper examines the relationship between leadership styles and the legitimacy of political leaders in post-conflict societies, using Kosovo as a case study. Specifically, we investigate how the leadership styles of Kosovo’s political leaders influence the effectiveness of government institutions and policies, and how this impacts the legitimacy of the government. Drawing on existing literature and a qualitative approach that includes analysis…
The Role of the EU in Shaping Kosovo’s Political Future
This paper critically analyzes the role of the European Union (EU) in shaping Kosovo’s political future, with a particular focus on the successes, challenges, and implications of the EU’s involvement for Kosovo-Serbia relations. Drawing on existing literature and primary sources, the paper compares the EU’s approach to Kosovo with its policies towards other countries in the region, including Bosnia and Herzegovina and North Macedonia. Through thi…
The prospects and challenges of Kosovo's accession to the EU in light of the EU's policies and priorities
Introduction This paper analyzes the extent to which the EU's involvement in Kosovo's political and economic development has contributed to the country's progress toward democratization and European integration. Methods The study employs a comparative analysis of the EU's engagement with Kosovo versus other Western Balkan countries. It also utilizes a case study approach to identify the unique challenges presented by Kosovo's contested statehood.…
Challenging Authoritarian Neoliberalism
Additional informationNotes on contributorsBurim MexhuaniBurim Mexhuani is Lecturer of Political Science at the UBT – University for Business and Technology, Kosovo. He holds a PhD in Political Sciences and International Relations and has been actively involved in researching and analyzing political developments in Kosovo. His research focuses on political developments in Kosovo and the role of the EU in shaping Kosovo's political future. He has …
Authoritarian neoliberalism debates
Since communism’s collapse, Central and Eastern Europe adopted neoliberal reforms for democratization and market integration. However, democratic institutions in many countries have backslid. Scholars debate neoliberalism’s impacts and the rise of oligarchs concentrating wealth and distorting democracy. This review analyzes 50 sources from 1990-2020 through meta-analysis. Literature is assessed regarding neoliberalization’s mechanisms and effects…
Kosovo’s multilateral engagement
This study examines the ways in which Kosovo strategically uses multilateral diplomacy to navigate challenges and improve its international standing, despite the significant geopolitical constraints facing it. Regardless of opposition from influential states such as Serbia and Russia, Kosovo has been able to make incremental progress in gaining international recognition and legitimacy through its proactive participation in multilateral forums. Ko…
Neoliberalism and the Erosion of Democracy
The relationship between neoliberalism and democracy has been a topic of debate among scholars for decades. Neoliberalism, an economic and political ideology that emphasizes free markets, deregulation, and privatization, has gained global influence but has also been criticized for undermining democratic institutions. This article offers a critical perspective on the emergence of authoritarian neoliberalism and its impact on democratic governance …
Adopting Digital Tools in Higher Education
The digital transformation of higher education, driven by technological advancements and evolving societal needs, presents both significant opportunities and critical challenges. This study integrates the technology acceptance model (TAM), diffusion of innovations (DOI), comprehensive literature review, in‐depth case studies and empirical survey data to explore these dynamics. The findings reveal the potential of digital technologies—such as onli…
The Cost of Neoliberalism
Interface Capture in Hybrid Governance
Law (8 works) · Political economy (8 works) · Political science (8 works) · Politics (8 works) · Sociology (7 works) · Democracy (6 works) · Economics (6 works) · Law (5 works) · Peacebuilding and International Security (4 works) · Authoritarianism (3 works)