Dr. Burim Mexhuani is an independent researcher specialising in political science and international relations and holds a Ph.D. from the European University of Tirana, where he focused on the relationship between ideology and political parties in Kosovo. His research focuses on political ideologies, governance and democratisation in post-conflict societies, particularly in the Balkans. Dr Mexhuani has demonstrated his expertise in the political dynamics of the region through numerous contributions to prestigious academic journals and active participation in international review panels.