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 New Horizons 4(19)/2002

8 Will a New Europe be Born in Denmark? Svetlana Melnikova, Copenhagen
From Denmark to Denmark – such is the motto of the new country-chairman of the EU. Denmark is doing everything to conclude the process of accepting new members, which began here in 1993, during its term. That is a real challenge!
12 Scale of Doubt. Andrius Mankus, Vilnius
There is a lot of controversy among the citizens of the Baltic States on the issues of EU membership. In Lithuania the amount of those in favor of joining the Union is constantly growing. Find out why and who plans to vote for or against a united Europe.
16 Friends but Not Really Friends. Sergei Eduardov, Andrei Milovzorov, Moscow
What lies in store for Russian businessmen with the expansion of the European Union. Independent experts from Moscow express their views on the consequences of the Baltic States entering the EU.
22 24 Under Pressure. Andres Vaine, Helsinki
What will Moscow do to enforce its military presence in the Baltic region if NATO expands into the Baltic States? Is their really anything that can be done? Concerned with safety issues both sides have different views on what it takes to keep the balance.
30 Norwegian Social-Democratic Dead End. Peter Tcherniakov, Oslo
According to the latest UN report Norway holds first place among 173 countries for the standard of life. However many analysts warn, that, like the rest of socialist Scandinavia, Norway is on the verge of a full-scale crises.
36 Life After Politics. Tatjana Tjumeneva, Helsinki
Vissarion Gugushvilli calls himself prime minister in exile. The former prime minister of Georgia has been living in Helsinki for about 7 years after he was forced to leave his homeland.
42 Sailed to Sale. Modris Auzins, Riga.S
Now it is sold! The Latvian Shipping Company was privatized and got new owners. A sweat deal was made for half the prize, but everyone is happy. Basic ideas on how to earn a couple hundred million dollars.
46 The Printing Process. Pavel Khazanov, St.Petersburg
The comparison between Finnish and Russian printing is all the more interesting since they have a lot in common: the prices are almost the same, as is the quality. The two countries have traditionally been competitors in this area.
58 To be Insured in Estonia. Sergei Ostapov, Tallinn
The 10-year old independent country is rapidly developing all spheres of business and services. The story about the insurance industry and the situation in this sphere as of July 2002.
62 Illusion of Education. Oleg Samorodni, Tallinn
The question of where to continue your education after high school is not an easy one. It is especially difficult to find a good establishment of higher learning in Estonia, where many colleges are not up to European standards.
66 Apple of Their Parents’ Eye. Irina Makridova, Stockholm
A model of a Swedish Family of the beginning of the XXI century. Banks give advice on how much to charge your child for staying too long in the family nest.
70 With the Help of Russian Customs. Anonymous, City X
Revelations of an international maverick: the nature of Russian laws makes it impossible for businessmen to conduct their affairs without breaking at least one of them, turning them into easy pray for all manner of swindlers.
74 Leading Hotels of the World. Anatoliy Kovalev
Mardavall Hotel & Spa is one of the newest and best hotels of Spanish Majorca. The combination of hotel and spa, customary for high quality resort hotels, makes it possible to offer guests a full range of services in all areas from business to health.
78 When Diversions Where Feats. Vladimir Vold, St.Petersburg
On the 28th of April 1947 Norwegian Thor Heyerdahl began the voyage that made him famous from the shores of Peru. 55 years later he died in Rome and was buried as a hero. His exploits are revered till this day.
84 To Kill a Beast. Svetlana Pankratova, Stockholm
A civilized state respects the rights of all its inhabitants, humans and animals alike, and not just domestic animals, but those living in the wild. Sweden has given wild animals so much rights that they are turning into a real nuisance for house owners.
90 Tennis Stars on the Banks of the Neva. Zairbeck Mansurov, St.Petersburg
The St. Petersburg Open is often referred to as the calling card of sportive St. Petersburg. A one million dollar prize fund, high rating points and excellent cultural program attract tennis stars and fans alike.
94 In the European Union