Despite a nonnegligible number of nostalgics lamenting the demise of the “good old days”, this years’ 30th anniversary of the fall of the Iron Curtain is a cause for unqualified celebration. The CEEI 2019 will pay tribute to this historic event by revisiting the political and economic transformation that has taken place in Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe (CESEE) over the last 30 years.
Moreover, given the high degree of uncertainty regarding future economic developments, the possibility that weak demand will further intensify downward pressure on prices continuously warrants careful monitoring.