AEBR Balkans

30/06/2026

📖 The 14th edition of Stories of European Cooperation is now available!

Published by Interact, in cooperation with AEBR, this edition explores how is and transforming territories across Europe, showing how cooperation goes beyond projects to shape policies, strengthen governance, and improve people's lives. 🌍✨

Featuring inspiring editorials by Moray Gilland, European Commission's DG REGIO and Member of the European Parliament MEP Pascal Arimont, alongside six stories written by IVY volunteers, this issue brings to life the tangible impact of European Territorial Cooperation through the eyes of young people working on the ground.

A big thank you to the volunteers for helping make the impact of Interreg visible and bringing Europe closer to citizens. 💙

Check it out: https://dev-interregyouth.pantheonsite.io/resources/stories-of-european-cooperation/?preview_id=72&preview_nonce=b7e009c713&preview=true

Pascal Arimont European Parliament EU REGIO Interreg Association of European Border Regions - AEBR / AGEG / ARFE

30/06/2026

🚀 Extension of the call for new b-solutions cases

We are pleased to announce that the call for new b-solutions cases has been extended until resources are exhausted. Applications can be submitted on a rolling basis in any European language via this link: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/call-for-proposals.

✨ If your application is ready, this is the right moment to submit it.

✨ If you thought you missed your chance, today is your lucky day!

We look forward to receiving your cases and connecting you with an expert who can analyse your border obstacle and provide possible solutions on how to address it. 🗺️🔍

📚 For more information about previous cases, visit our library: https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/library

16/12/2025

📣 Updated b‑solutions Expert Call: New Structure, Same Mission

We’re excited to share that the updated b‑solutions call for expressions of interest is now live — and it brings an important enhancement for experts working to overcome cross‑border obstacles in Europe.

🔍 What remains unchanged? We continue to seek experts with proven experience in cross‑border cooperation, strong legal analysis skills, and solid consultancy expertise. These profiles are essential for helping border regions navigate complex administrative and legal obstacles and for shaping practical, sustainable solutions.

✨ What’s new — and key to this call: A clear distinction is now made between b-solutions’ Objective 1 and 2, allowing experts to better match their skills to the type of work they are most suited for.

➖ Objective 1: Identify and analyse legal or administrative obstacles and propose solutions.

➖ Objective 2: Go a step further by developing a concrete implementation plan for a solution previously proposed under b‑solutions and presenting it to stakeholders.

Experts can now apply for one or both objectives through our updated online application form (https://www.b-solutionsproject.com/experts-apply) - offering greater flexibility and ensuring each case benefits from the most relevant expertise.

💡 Already selected b‑solutions experts remain in our pool and do not need to reapply.

08/10/2025

08/10/2025

🌍 Cross-border Labour Mobility and European Integration in the Western Balkans

On 7 October, our international conference “Cross-border Labour Mobility and European Integration in the Western Balkans” took place successfully in Osijek. EU institutions, Western Balkan government representatives, regional actors and experts came together to discuss the challenges and opportunities of cross-border labour mobility in the context of EU integration of the Western Balkans.

💬 We addressed many important questions – and even more new ones emerged.
🤝 The most important result: the conversation has started, laying the foundations for future cooperation and joint solutions.

A heartfelt thank you to all speakers and participants for your valuable contributions and inspiring discussions!

08/10/2025

30/09/2025

🚨 Last chance to register – deadline is tomorrow, 30 September!
Join AEBR at the European Week of Regions and Cities 2025 and explore our initiatives at dedicated stands and sessions in Brussels!

🛑 Stands – Grand Hall 2, Square Brussels (14–15 October)
🔹 Youth4Cooperation, in collaboration with the European Commission’s DG REGIO
Following this year’s motto, “Shaping tomorrow, together”, discover how young people make a real impact in co-shaping cooperation across regions. Meet IVY volunteers and IVY Alumni, as well as representative of other youth initiatives in territorial cooperation.
Registration: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/programme/2025/sessions/46869
Interreg Volunteer Youth - IVY

🔹 b-solutions @ Border Focal Point / EU REGIO Interreg
Discover how EU-funded legal analyses are helping identify solutions to border obstacles. Meet the team to ask any questions on the support provided and how to apply to the current call.
Registration: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/programme/2025/programme/47569

🔹 Cross-Border Energy Communities (CBECs), in collaboration with Mission Opérationnelle Transfrontalière
Learn about the CBECs call for proposals (open until 21 November 2025) to support actors in border regions to develop (quasi) cross-border energy communities with technical assistance from REScoop.eu and €15,000 subgrants.
Registration: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/programme/2025/sessions/47692

🎤 Sessions – 15 October
🕒 11:30–13:00 | JDE 52, CoR – Jacques Delors Building
Regions and Municipalities in Action: Tackling Uncertainty in Cross-Border Territories
Explore how local actors are strengthening disaster prevention and civil protection in border areas. Moderated by Martin Guillermo Ramirez, AEBR’s Secretary General.
Registration: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/programme/2025/sessions/46443

🕒 14:30–16:00 Room VMA21, CoR – Van Maerlant Building
A Dialogue for Enhanced Cross-Border Cooperation to Shape the BRIDGEforEU Regulation
Join EU and regional leaders to discuss the BRIDGEforEU Regulation and the future of cohesion policy.
Registration: https://regions-and-cities.europa.eu/programme/2025/programme/48785

📲 Don’t miss out – register by 30 September to be part of the conversation shaping Europe’s border regions!

26/09/2025

📣 Join us for a strategic b-solutions Conference on cross-border labour mobility and European integration in the Western Balkans

📅 7 October 2025
📍 Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Croatia

In collaboration with Pannon Európai Területi Társulás and Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera u Osijeku, we’re hosting a strategic b-solutions conference focused on tackling legal and administrative obstacles to cross-border employment.

The event will also explore the broader strategic relevance of labour mobility for EU integration and enlargement in the Western Balkans—highlighting how tools like b-solutions can help build competitive cross-border labour markets.

🔍 Join us to:
✅ Hear real-world examples of cross-border employment challenges and solutions
✅ Discover how b-solutions fosters EU cooperation and competitiveness
✅ Connect with experts and stakeholders from local, national, regional & EU levels
✅ Take away concrete tools to address legal and administrative barriers to labour mobility

📌 Register by 30 September: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScn1Lyzvu9L6_NYdyQ2PqRJTGEvK-zhRkqcB6Z1z9IellmCvA/viewform
📄 Agenda & travel info are available online: https://www.aebr.eu/strategic-b-solutions-conference-cross-border-labour-mobility-and-european-integration-in-the-western-balkans/

Let’s address cross-border obstacles—together—and drive European integration forward!

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