The cross-border stories emerging through the RISTOR project continue to attract international attention. In this feature article by Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso Transeuropa, the villages of Dardhë (Albania) and Demati (Greece) are highlighted as examples of mountain communities navigating demographic challenges while exploring new opportunities through sustainable tourism, local development, and cross-border cooperation.
The article showcases the broader context in which RISTOR operates and highlights the importance of collaborative approaches to strengthening rural resilience across the Greece-Albania border region.