New development: A resilient framework for optimizing the Republic of Kosovo's sustainable development

IMPACT

This article offers critical insights for policy-makers, development strategists, environmental advocates, and academics engaged in the rigorous pursuit of sustainable development within the context of political uncertainties and evolving global challenges. It amplifies the discourse on integrating and reporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into national development strategies, using Kosovo's endeavours as a pivotal case study. By emphasizing the role of resilience theory in enhancing adaptive governance and multi-sectoral collaboration for SDG achievement, this article substantiates the imperative for innovative, inclusive, and resilient approaches to SDG integration and reporting in national development planning. The findings and recommendations advocate for the strategic alignment of national development initiatives with global sustainability objectives, underscoring the importance of establishing environmental sustainability as a core pillar and the necessity for comprehensive stakeholder engagement in the policy-making process. As such, this work contributes to the broadening evidence base supporting the integration of resilience and sustainability principles into the governance and implementation of development strategies.

ABSTRACT

This article delves into integrating and reporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the Republic of Kosovo's National Development Strategy (NDS), emphasizing the pivotal role of resilience and adaptability in governance, social inclusivity, and economic growth. Through qualitative analysis, gaps are identified, and strategic recommendations are made to enhance SDG integration in Kosovo's development agenda. Utilizing resilience theory as an analytical tool, the article dichotomizes the interplay between reporting mechanisms, national strategies, and global sustainability benchmarks to bolster the integration of SDGs within national planning documents.

KEYWORDS:

• Adaptive governance
• Kosovo
• resilience
• national development strategy
• policy integration
• Sustainable Development Goals

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Haris Alibašić

Haris Alibašić is an Associate Professor in the Public Administration Program at the University of West Florida, USA. His research focuses on sustainable development, resilience planning, ethics, governance and public policy. Dr Alibašić has extensive experience in government and has published extensively on strategic sustainability and resilience planning, governance, and public policy, including three books with Springer and IAP.