Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Western Balkans

This notice continues for one year a national emergency first declared in 2001 regarding extremist violence and obstructionist activities in the Western Balkans region. The continuation maintains sanctions authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act against persons threatening peace and stabilization efforts in North Macedonia, Bosnia, and Kosovo.

Federal Register Open PDF 86 FR 31083

Impact dates

Jun 26, 2022
Continued national emergency expires unless extended again

Key directives

Continue national emergency declared in Executive Order 13219 for 1 year beyond June 26, 2021
Publish notice in Federal Register
Transmit notice to Congress

Who is ordered

President of the United States · Executive Office of the President

Timeline

Immediate

Continuation of national emergency takes effect upon publication
Existing sanctions authorities remain in force beyond June 26, 2021

Near term (90d)

Annual review and potential designation updates by Treasury/State

Long term

Sanctions framework persists through June 2022 unless terminated or extended again
Ongoing impact on regional actors and U.S. foreign policy in Western Balkans

Risks & tensions

Perpetuation of emergency powers originally triggered by 2001 Macedonia violence and Dayton/Kosovo implementation issues may appear disconnected from current threat landscape
No updated threat assessment or modified scope—simple mechanical extension under NEA section 202(d)
Potential tension between long-running emergency and congressional oversight intent of National Emergencies Act