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Borders may be obstacles, but also opportunities. Borders may separate, but they can also connect. The external borders across the European Union are an inspiration for people to work together and make the territories on both sides greener, more prosperous, more connected, and more inclusive. The cooperation across the EU external borders aims at improving the living conditions of regional communities, by finding common solutions to common challenges.

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  • 24 Member States and Partner Countries
  • 7 Interreg NEXT programmes
  • EUR 864 million EU funds
  • Over 2.000 km of 5 land borders
  • 2 sea basins
  • 1 sea crossing
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The neighbourhood community unites at the ENI CBC and Interreg NEXT conference


InterregNEXT; ENICBC

 

A call for cooperation in uncertain times

On September 25, the halls of The Faculty in Brussels filled with participants from across Europe and neighbouring countries, eager to share, learn and celebrate the work done under the ENI CBC and Interreg NEXT programmes. Titled “Neighbours in Cooperation,” the conference gathered this diverse community, united in the spirit of cross-border cooperation, to explore the progress and impacts of the programmes.

Mediterranean’s got talent! Empowering youth with blue and green skills


#EURegionsWeek ENICBC projects

Youth unemployment in the Mediterranean is a pressing issue, but recent initiatives show promise for change. At the European Week of Regions and Cities 2024, the Interreg NEXT Med programme hosted a dynamic workshop dedicated to empowering the region’s youth. In partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye – celebrating two decades of involvement in territorial cooperation under Interreg – experts gathered to discuss how EU-funded projects are equipping young people with essential skills for the blue and green sectors, areas increasingly recognised for their potential to drive both economic growth and environmental sustainability.

Empowering youth and women with green jobs


Mediterranean Sea Basin

Imagine turning everyday scraps into rich soil and new job opportunities. Composting does just that, transforming organic matter into valuable fertilizer and creating a virtuous cycle where training leads to employment and sustainable practices.

Balancing reiteration and innovation: one year in review


TESIM support

How to deal with the unexpected illustrates the diversity of human nature. Some of us would rather be prepared in advance and recognise it when it happens, while others prefer to be taken by surprise and enjoy navigating through it. After eight years supporting the neighbourhood territorial cooperation community, deep in TESIM hearts we expected our mandate to be continued as from 1 April 2023. One year later, can we conclude that everything that has happened since then was fully predictable?

The closure templates presented to 90 programme representatives


ENICBC; programme closure

The meeting on closure organised by the Directorate-General for Regional and Urban Policy (DG REGIO) and TESIM on 29 May 2024 marked a significant milestone in the closure process of the ENI Cross-Border Cooperation (ENI CBC) programmes for the 2014-2020 period. It gathered more than 90 programme representatives who learned about the templates for the final programme report and had the opportunity to receive answers to their questions submitted prior to the meeting, as well as those raised during the meeting.

Next Programmes

Seven Interreg NEXT (Neighbourhood External) programmes have been approved in 2022, for a total envelope of 864 million EUR. Five of them involve Ukraine and the Republic of Moldova, highlighting the key role of the Eastern partners in facing the consequences of the Russian aggression. Cooperation in the South remains also a priority for the Union.

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ENI CBC Programmes

A total of 16 programmes will be implemented under ENI CBC. They cover 12 land borders, one sea crossing and three sea basins, stretching from Finland and Russia in the north, to countries like Hungary and the Ukraine in the east, and Italy, Northern Africa and the Middle East in the south.
Here you will find news and information on each programme, including the programme strategy and participating countries.

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This morning, the Interreg TESIM NEXT team joined a panel at COP29 Azerbaijan, organised by the Interreg NEXT MED Programme, focused on funding for green transition projects:🇪🇺 Moray Gilland discussed the €83M response to Mediterranean environmental challenges through the programme’s second call.🔄 Alessandro Pischedda and Martin Heibel (NEXT MED) highlighted the need for a circular economy, environmental experts, and youth involvement.💡 We also heard about initiatives like STAND Up Med working to find sustainable solutions in the textile industry. As Marta Junquera (MedWaves) said: "We have to change the way we produce and consume."With high competition for funding, the message is clear: solutions exist—let’s share knowledge and build a greener future together. 🌱 ... See MoreSee Less

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🌍🌿 For the third time Interreg NEXT MED Programme is participating at #COP29Azerbaijan, the world's most important climate-change conference, this year held in Baku.The programme is active in more than 🔟 events, some of which will be broadcasted live.💻 Take the opportunity to follow them online at 👉 youtube.com/@mediterraneanpavilion-cop2205?feature=shared📋 For the full schedule of Interreg NEXT MED participation, see 👉www.interregnextmed.eu/together-for-a-change-interreg-next-med-at-un-climate-change-conference-co... ... See MoreSee Less

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✍️Citizens and organisations from the Interreg VI A NEXT Hungary Slovakia Romania Ukraine Programme area can share their views on the future of the Programme after 2027. The online survey is open until 1️⃣5️⃣ November ⏬📢 REMINDER: Participate in the Public Consultation on the Programme Post-2027!We invite stakeholders and citizens to share your perspectives on shaping our Programme beyond 2027! 🌍 Your insights are vital in helping us build a future that meets our region's needs.📝 Complete the online surveys available on our Programme website here - next.huskroua-cbc.eu/survey/⏳ Deadline: 15 November 2024 – after this date, the surveys will close.Don’t miss your chance to have a say in the future of our Programme! Visit our website and let your voice be heard today!#publicconsultation #HaveYourSay #InterregNEXT #HUSKROUA #StakeholderEngagement #CitizensVoice #crossbordercooperation #2027andbeyond ... See MoreSee Less

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🇪🇺 🇪🇬 What is the key to Egypt - EU partnership? And how does the National Authority of Egypt see the role of the EU in the Middle East? 🎙 During the conference of the #InterregNEXT and #ENICBC programmes, we had a chance to ask several question to Dr. Marwa Mahmoud, Head of Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs - the National Authority of Egypt, participating in the Interreg NEXT MED Programme. ⬇️AbdelFattah Elsisi - عبد الفتاح السيسي European Union in Egypt Ministry of Planning, Economic Development & International Cooperation EU REGIO Interreg EU Neighbourhood & Enlargement ... See MoreSee Less

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