In December 2025, the European Council tasked the European Commission with developing an EU Strategy for the Atlantic Macro-Region. This initiative builds on the experience of existing macro-regional strategies and is aligned with the Atlantic Maritime Strategy, while fully respecting Member State competences and the principle of budgetary neutrality.

On 16 September 2025, the Council of the European Union officially adopted its Conclusions on the Fifth Report on the Implementation of EU Macro-Regional Strategies (MRS), which was published by the European Commission earlier this year.

On July 16, 2025, the European Commission presented its proposal for the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) covering 2028–2034. This plan outlines a more streamlined approach to EU funding, which carries important consequences for the EU Strategy for the Adriatic-Ionian Region (EUSAIR).

The European Commission has released its fifth biennial report on EU macro-regional strategies, assessing developments between mid-2022 and mid-2024 across four major initiatives: those covering the Baltic Sea, Danube, Adriatic-Ionian, and Alpine regions.

“Is home a physical place, a memory, or something I build as I move?” This timeless question continues to resonate deeply across the Adriatic-Ionian region—a place where identity, aspirations, and the feeling of belonging often intersect in complex ways.

The European Commission has officially adopted an updated Action Plan for the EU Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR), signifying a major step forward in fostering regional collaboration and sustainable development.

The Hellenic Presidency of the EUSAIR (European Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region) continues its active agenda ahead of the 10th EUSAIR Forum in May. On March 12th, Athens hosted the "Prospects for Energy Networks, Hydrogen Market, and Offshore Renewables Development: Challenges and Solutions for the Adriatic-Ionian Macroregion" workshop, which brought together government officials, regulatory agencies, energy professionals, international organizations, and academic representatives.

Danube Strategy Point (DSP) Vienna is currently seeking a Pillar Officer to join their team, working 40 hours per week.

The Marche Regional Authority has officially initiated a European public tender to hire technical assistance for the StEP project.

On January 29, 2025, the Bosnian and Herzegovinian EUSDR Presidency organized an online “Chat with the Presidency” session, offering a platform for open dialogue among key EUSDR stakeholders and the Presidency.