This overview discusses some key findings of the papers presented at the conference and draws some policy conclusions from them in the context of the broader literature. The papers and the wider academic discussion are sorted into three areas. First, how do the economics of infrastructure...

The Western Balkans have been a crossing point between Central Europe and the East for centuries.Devastated by tragic conflicts, nationalism and neglected investments, the Western Balkan countries are striving to find a new equilibrium. Citizens and institutions have repeatedly affirmed their...

Abstract: Die Sozialwirtschaft in Deutschland ist ohne größere Blessuren durch die letzte Finanz- und Wirtschaftskrise gekommen. Doch nun stehen Wohlfahrtsverbände und soziale Unternehmen vor großen Herausforderungen, die es im Interesse ihrer Nutzer und Mitarbeitenden zu bewältigen gilt....