European Integration Of Albania As Model Of Religious Tolerance And Dialogue

Abstract

The spread of Islam has reshaped the religious landscape in the Balkans and, subsequently, it has been a discussed topic among academics whether Islam constitutes an obstacle of the Western Balkan to join the European Union (EU). In line with such a trend, this paper discusses the integration of Albania to the EU from the religious perspective. It seeks to analyze Albania as a model of religious tolerance and dialogue and its contribution to the European religious landscape.