This year marks the 25-year anniversary of the breakup of the Soviet Union. Countries in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) have tread the transition process towards market economies, open and democratic political systems, and strong and independent judicial institutions at very different paces. This year's Development Day will be held on May 27 at the Stockholm School of Economics. The theme of the day-long conference is "Traces of transition: Unfinished business 25 years down the road?".

As in previous years the event is organized jointly by SITE and the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs. The day will feature a mix of international scholars and practitioners from the public, private and civil society sectors. We invite you to read more about the conference topic, speakers and panelists below on conference program.

We are looking forward to a lively discussion of an important topic and hope that you can make it.  RSVP until Monday, May 23 using the Eventbrite registration form below or via email: gun.malmquist@hhs.se, phone: 08-736 96 72.