Today, Kosovo declared independence from Serbia — the two remaining states of what was once Yugoslavia. Although secession has been expected, this declaration may turn less than pretty as Serbia and Russia promise to deny acknowledgment of the new country.
As I was reading up on the happenings, I came across an article written a week ago on Kosovo’s plan to adopt a new flag. Until now, every celebration and every funeral was marked with the Albanian flag — a rich red background with a black two-headed eagle. Albanians far and near, in the motherland (Albania) or not, have identified with that flag and those colors.
What happens now as a new country tries to identify itself? The writers at The Christian Science Monitor have an idea. See this article, “With Independence Looming, Kosovo to Pick New Flag,” by Andrew Wander for more info. I’ll be very curious to see what happens. . . .
within any given population,certain differences always exist…..what if now the the 6 ethnic tribes of the new nation want to break apart?………there is no end to fragmentation until we reach an unsustainable size.but when 95%of kosovians wants independance…it is ok …………..but isnt is easier to live in a bigger country and enjoy both benifits………………………………………for eg
look at pathetic bengalis of bangladesh and pujabis of pakistan…………..that broke apart from india after the british left……… but the bengalis and punjabis of india are far safe, prosperous and happy…………