Fuzzy cognitive map as a decision support system for political decisions: The case of "Great Albania"

Fuzzy Cognitive Maps (FCMs) is an Artificial Neural Networks technique that incorporates ideas from Fuzzy Logic, to create a Decision Support System. Using this strucrure we develop a qualitative model of the relationships that exist in the field of political decisions in the case of “Great Albania”. The model that is constructed is examined statically using graph theory techniques to identify the direct vicious or virtuous cycles of the decision process. Additionally graph ‘s density and the conceptual centrality of model’s concepts are calculated. The dynamical behavior of the model is studied through computer simulations and conclusions are drawn for decisions to be taken. The role of Greece in the case of “Great Albania” is examined and possible ways are identified that make FCM an important and useful tool for the decision makers. Conclusions are drawn for the use of FCM as a decision support system for political decisions in general.