The failure of economic reform, a social breakdown, or the rise of authoritarianism in any country will challenge all neighboring states. More emphasis must be placed on building economic networks that serve to enhance the reform process through various regional initiatives. The Balkan countries must take a much more active role in promoting regional stability and assisting their neighbors in furthering the security agenda. Such a force should be steadily developed to become interoperable with NATO in a range of Alliance missions. In conclusion, it is important to consider the planned regional reconstruction program.
All wars present a unique opportunity for rebuilding and modernization.
NATO's successful war with Serbia is no exception. It offers a chance to reconstruct large parts of a region stretching from Dalmatia to the Black Sea. To guarantee any chance of success and to avoid a massive wastage of resources five criteria should be followed. First, any major commitment of resources and investments have to be coordinated to avoid duplication and a squandering of resources. Second, international involvement must focus above all on private investment rather than state assistance.