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The seventh chapter presents a comparative analysis of transitional justice (TJ) across three case study countries—Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia—emphasizing their shared characteristics and distinct approaches to addressing historical injustices. The chapter explores critical themes, including the countries’ respective TJ frameworks, regional approaches to reconciliation, the role of international interventions, and the unique challenges each nation faces in implementing TJ mechanisms. These findings provide a nuanced understanding of how each country has navigated its transitional journey within its historical, social, and political contexts. The research is grounded in empirical data collected through semi-structured elite interviews with 44 individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, including academia, politics, media, and civil society. Responses from participants were systematically processed, coded, and analyzed using NVivo 14 software. The analysis involved creating nodes and sub-nodes (parental and child nodes), allowing for the detailed examination of thematic patterns and trends. By employing content analysis methods, the study highlights both the convergences and divergences in perceptions and practices of TJ across the three countries. The coding was conducted based on individual country representation, offering a detailed comparative framework for understanding the nuances of TJ implementation. The chapter’s analytical approach, combining qualitative data visualization and thematic analysis, sheds light on how transitional justice mechanisms have influenced reconciliation, accountability, and democratization processes in these post-communist and post-conflict societies. This chapter contributes to the broader discourse on TJ by providing valuable insights into the interplay between local, regional, and international factors in shaping justice and reconciliation efforts. It underscores the importance of context-sensitive and inclusive approaches to TJ in addressing the unique needs and challenges of diverse transitional societies.

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Comparative Analysis of Transitional Justice Mechanisms in Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia

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    2025年

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  • Ines Stasa

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The seventh chapter presents a comparative analysis of transitional justice (TJ) across three case study countries—Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia—emphasizing their shared characteristics and distinct approaches to addressing historical injustices. The chapter explores critical themes, including the countries’ respective TJ frameworks, regional approaches to reconciliation, the role of international interventions, and the unique challenges each nation faces in implementing TJ mechanisms. These findings provide a nuanced understanding of how each country has navigated its transitional journey within its historical, social, and political contexts. The research is grounded in empirical data collected through semi-structured elite interviews with 44 individuals from diverse professional backgrounds, including academia, politics, media, and civil society. Responses from participants were systematically processed, coded, and analyzed using NVivo 14 software. The analysis involved creating nodes and sub-nodes (parental and child nodes), allowing for the detailed examination of thematic patterns and trends. By employing content analysis methods, the study highlights both the convergences and divergences in perceptions and practices of TJ across the three countries. The coding was conducted based on individual country representation, offering a detailed comparative framework for understanding the nuances of TJ implementation. The chapter’s analytical approach, combining qualitative data visualization and thematic analysis, sheds light on how transitional justice mechanisms have influenced reconciliation, accountability, and democratization processes in these post-communist and post-conflict societies. This chapter contributes to the broader discourse on TJ by providing valuable insights into the interplay between local, regional, and international factors in shaping justice and reconciliation efforts. It underscores the importance of context-sensitive and inclusive approaches to TJ in addressing the unique needs and challenges of diverse transitional societies.