Last week, many thought President George W. Bush's exit from office would be marked by the shoe throwing scandal. However, Kosovo's government has given President Bush something through which to better remember him; they've given the departing President his own street, 'Bush Street', which will be located on a central roadway in Pristina, Kosovo's capital.
According to the 'Seferm Post', Prime Minister Hashim Thaci said they've done this as "a sign of the huge state and national respect and appreciation for the United State's support of their independence."
There aren't too many countries who are happy with the United States right now, but at least we know of one that is.
Honoring Presidents Abroad
Kosovo's 'Bush Street'
Trend Themes
1. Honoring Presidents - Honoring Presidents continues to be relevant across borders as a sign of gratitude and respect for their contribution to a country or community.
2. Global Recognition - Global recognition of storied political figures opens up opportunities for development and relations building.
3. Positive Diplomacy - States use positive diplomacy as a means to advance their interest.
Industry Implications
1. Tourism - The hospitality arm of tourism can provide a source of income as individuals are attracted to countries to learn from historical and political figures.
2. Infrastructural Development - Design and construction firms embark on pivotal opportunities around infrastructural development within countries related to historical figures with global recognition.
3. Government Relations Building - Both small and large international organizations can engage in relations building with countries who share a strong national and/or global ethos.