With backing from the European Parliament, the EU is launching a new initiative designed to support small municipalities by offering 20 awards. The New European Bauhaus (NEB) initiative for small municipalities aims to assist smaller communities in developing projects that are inclusive, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing.

The Danube Strategy Point has unveiled the EUSDR Implementation Report for 2022-2023, showcasing the region's accomplishments in enhancing resilience, fostering collaboration, and promoting sustainable development throughout the Danube Region.

Bosnia and Herzegovina has officially taken over the presidency of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR) from Austria. This leadership role, effective from January 1 to December 31, 2025, highlights the country's dedication to promoting regional collaboration and addressing common challenges within the Danube Region.

The inaugural meeting of the Thematic Steering Group for Pillar 5 – Enhanced Social Cohesion – under the EU Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR) took place successfully in Zagreb on December 5. This meeting gathered key EUSAIR representatives, coordinators, and stakeholders to further promote social cohesion across the macro-region. 

On 22nd November, the first meeting of the Youth Council, an independent advisory body within the EU Strategy for the Adriatic-Ionian Region (EUSAIR), was held in Dubrovnik.

The workshop titled “Connecting the Adriatic-Ionian Region through Advanced Technology and Training for the Energy Transition in the Port Sector” was held in Trieste on 28th November 2024. It was organised collaboratively by the Central European Initiative (CEI) and the Friuli Venezia Giulia Autonomous Region, as part of the EUSAIR Pillar 2 “Connecting the Region” thematic events for 2024. The event featured contributions from Mr. Fabio Scoccimarro, the Councillor for Environment and Energy of Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Mr. Pierluigi Coppola, the Coordinator for Pillar 2 on Transport.

The "Adriatic Sensitive Areas Protection Mechanism (ASAP)" project, launched in September 2024, aims to strengthen the protection of the Adriatic Sea from accidental pollution by enhancing regional cooperation among six Adriatic countries. It builds on the previous NAMIRS initiative, focusing on coordinated responses to maritime pollution risks through joint exercises and long-term collaboration.

This summer, Greece took over the presidency from Croatia, presenting its key priorities on the island of Corfu.

This Inspirational guide aims to explore the current practices in action, which were born because of young people’s creativity, commitment and engagement.

The U.S. Embassy in Tirana, Albania announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to advance youth activism and engagement.