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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Many areas in the Danube Region have underdeveloped tech levels and fragmented innovation ecosystems. SpinIT, under EUSDR PA 8, responds to these challenges by strengthening digital transformation, smart specialisation and IT-driven innovation. More info: www.linkedin.com/pulse/spinit...

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SpinIT: Advancing Digital Innovation and Smart Specialisation in the Danube Region

Connecting regions, businesses and research to turn IT-driven transformation into sustainable growth and stronger competitiveness. The Danube Region has strong potential for digital innovation, but ma...

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TiCCA4DANU @ticca4danu.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#SavetheDate: 3 Nov, Sofia 🇧🇬 TiCCA4DANU hosts a public pre-event at the 15th #EUSDR Annual Forum: a panel on climate resilience by design and a workshop on just resilience in the Danube Region. Open to all 👉 danube-region.eu/eforms/15th-... @eusdr.bsky.social @mip4adapt.bsky.social

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Law-enforcement officials from the Danube Region exchanged experiences on the prevention of domestic violence, risk assessment and victim protection at a conference in Sofia on 24-25 September 2026, organised by EUSDR PA 11. Agenda covered legal and institutional frameworks and case investigation.

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

On 23–24.09.2026, the conference “Towards Sustainable Mobility: Hydrogen and Alternative Fuel Solutions for Transport” was jointly organised by EUSDR PA 1b and PA 2. The agenda focused on practical innovation examples, regulatory frameworks, and financing opportunities.

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The 35th Steering Group meeting of EUSDR PA 1b met on 22.09.2026 to discuss a broad range of developments across the Strategy: updates from DG REGIO, energy projects, and preparations for the upcoming Ministerial meeting (19-20.10.2026).

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

How does the TEX-DAN project promote circular textile management and contribute to strengthening circularity across the textile and fashion industry? Read more about this EUSDR PA 8 Flagship initiative here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/tex-da...

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TEX-DAN – Moving forward with circularity in textile and fashion value chains

The textile and fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive sectors, generating significant environmental pressure through production processes, waste and limited recycling. In the Danube R...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to the DANUBEPARKS Association, who has received the Excellence Award 2026 from the Stiftung Naturerbe Donau in recognition of the Danube WILDisland Ramsar Regional Initiative! More info: nature.danube-region.eu/danubeparks-...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

“Cooperation is Key to Europe’s Future”- clear message from the 2026 Mediterranean Coast and Macro-Regional Strategies Week. For more information regarding the conclusions of the 2026 Mediterranean Coast and Macro-Regional Strategies Week, please see: www.adriatic-ionian.eu/event/medite...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The governance bodies of the @eusdr.bsky.social, under the Bulgarian Presidency 2026, have adopted a statement expressing deep concern over the exceptional drought conditions and dramatically low water levels affecting the Danube River Basin. Read the statement here: danube-region.eu/eusdr-calls-...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Today we celebrate the power of cross-border cooperation! Through its funding programmes, @interreg.eu supports impactful projects and delivers meaningful results; promoting cohesion and encouraging development across the continent. Happy @interreg.eu Cooperation Day!

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

How does the DRWO4.0 - Danube Region Wood Industry Transformation Models Towards Industry 4.0 - project aim to tackle the challenge of digital barriers within the sector? Read more about this EUSDR PA 7 and PA 8 Flagship initiative here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drwo40...

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DRWO4.0: Driving the Digital Transformation of the Danube Region’s Wood Industry

The forest-based industry is an important economic and ecological sector for the Danube Region, especially for rural and forestry-dependent areas. One of the main challenges of this sector is the barr...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The 3rd BudapestRope International Rope Rescue Challenge took place in Esztergom, HU, 27-29.08.2026. 12 teams from 10 countries, including firefighters, police officers, special rescue units competed in special rescue challenges. More info: environmentalrisks.danube-region.eu/budapest-rop...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

EUSDR ANNUAL FORUM: REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! The 15th Annual Forum of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region will take place on 3 – 4 November 2026, in Sofia, Bulgaria. Registration link and agenda: danube-region.eu/events/15th-...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Two EU projects addressing the issue within the Danube Region - MicroDrink and MICROPLASTICS, both within EUSDR PA 4 - recently published their findings on the level of microplastics in the river. Read their conclusions and policy recommendations here: waterquality.danube-region.eu/new-policy-b...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

What were the 2025 @eusdr.bsky.social highlights regarding culture and tourism? What does institutional cooperation look like between 14 countries? Find out in the 2025 EUSDR Highlights: danube-region.eu/2025-highlig...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

New project: Capacity-Building for Sustainable Business Cooperation in the Danube Region - training and cooperation programme for manufacturing SMEs from Croatia and the Western Balkans. Funded by the State Ministry of Baden-Württemberg. More info: transport.danube-region.eu/conference-t...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Last day to register: Towards Sustainable Mobility: Hydrogen and Alternative Fuel Solutions for Transport, 23-24.09.2026 in Budapest, HU, organised by EUSDR PA 1b and PA 2. For more information and registration: transport.danube-region.eu/conference-t...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Harmonmissions had the goal of strengthening links between actors at all levels in the Danube Region, while also raising awareness of EU Missions. Read more about the achievements of this EUSDR PA 7 Flagship initiative in the article below: www.linkedin.com/pulse/harmon...

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HARMONMISSIONS: Advancing Climate Adaptation and Climate-Neutral Cities Across the Danube Region

HARMONMISSIONS is a transnational initiative designed to strengthen cooperation on climate-focused EU Missions across the Danube Region. Running from 1 January 2024 to 30 June 2026, it focused, in par...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

SAVE THE DATE: 3 December 2026. EUSDR PA 9 is organising a thematic workshop: Demographic Challenges, (Rural) Outmigration and Skills Shortages"", in Vienna, Austria. Draft agenda and more information to follow soon: peopleandskills.danube-region.eu/events/pa9-t...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Geohazards, such as landslides or slope instability, that have regional impact, can be addressed at macroregional level. Read more about how the GeoNetSee Flagship initiative aims to respond to these challenges, in the article below. www.linkedin.com/pulse/geonet...

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GeoNetSee: AI, IoT and GNSS for Geohazard Monitoring in the Danube Region

The GeoNetSee Flagship was a transnational initiative that integrates artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and GNSS-based geodetic monitoring to improve the real-time observation of unstab...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

REGISTRATIONS OPEN: EUSALP 11th Annual Forum Organised by the Bavarian Presidency of EUSALP, the Annual Forum will take place on 21-22 October 2026, in Lindau, Germany. For registrations and more information: alpine-region.eu/about/presid...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

REGISTRATION OPEN: Conference on “Sustainable Mobility: Hydrogen and Alternative Fuel Solutions for Transport”, 23-24.09.2026. Jointly organised by EUSDR PA 1b and EUSDR PA 2. Registration link & more info: transport.danube-region.eu/conference-t...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Today, Ukraine marks 35 years of independence, and together, we celebrate the country's courageous spirit, its resilience, and the tenacity of its people. The EUSDR is committed to supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Slava Ukraini!

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

REGISTER NOW: Danube Ports Days 2026! Organised on 23-24.09.2026 in Belgrade, by Pro Danube and EUSDR Priority Area 1a, the event will focus on strengthening the role of Danube ports within the European transport network. Register here & more info: ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/run...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

The Danube WILDisland Ramsar Regional Initiative (EUSDR PA 6) aims to protect the wild islands of the Danube River and restore the river processes that sustain them. Read more at the link: www.linkedin.com/pulse/danube...

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Danube WILDisland Ramsar Regional Initiative

The Danube WILDisland Ramsar Regional Initiative is an ongoing Flagship of EUSDR Priority Area 6. It is the first river-based Ramsar Regional Initiative in Europe, created to strengthen international ...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🤝From research to reconstruction! At the Baden-Württemberg–Ukraine Economic Forum, PA 8 showed how evidence, innovation and strong networks can turn ideas into partnerships supporting Ukraine’s recovery and Danube Region competitiveness. 📊💡🌍 competitiveness.danube-region.eu/from-researc...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

2011 marks the 15th anniversary of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region! For 15 years, the EUSDR has brought the Region together to find solutions to shared challenges and identify new opportunities for cooperation and shared projects. Read more: danube-region.eu/eusdr-celebr... #EUSDR15

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Read more about the objectives and activities of the EUSDR Priority Area 5 - Enhancing Environmental Safety through Public Awareness and Local Government Involvement in the Danube River Basin - in the article⬇️ www.linkedin.com/pulse/streng...

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Strengthening Environmental Safety in the Danube River Basin Through Local Action

How public awareness, empowered local authorities and community participation can build resilience to environmental risks across the Danube Region. Environmental safety in the Danube River Basin is in...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

2025 was a year full of milestone moments, inspired exchanges, and hands-on initiatives for the EUSDR. If you're curious to find out more (and to learn a bit more about the Strategy as well), we invite you to browse through the digital brochure of 2025 highlights: danube-region.eu/2025-highlig...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Registration is now open for the 13th Danube Participation Day, taking place on 2 November 2026 in Sofia, BG. The agenda and registration form can be found here: danubestrategy.eu/events/13th-...?

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13th Danube Participation Day — Danube Civil Society Forum

Mark your calendar, register and join us at the 13th Danube Participation Day on 2 November 2026 in Sofia, Bulgaria .

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Applications are now open for the Danube Youth Council. Deadline: 11 September 2026. Eligibility criteria and application form can be found here: danube-region.eu/danube-youth... (scroll down).

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

At the MRS & and Sea Basin Strategies Days 2026, Danube Youth Council representatives joined the four Macro-Regional Youth Councils in leading a workshop on security. The message: cybersecurity, resilience, borders and infrastructure are interconnected. #strategies4cooperation

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Social sustainability is essential to a fair green and digital transition. At the Macro-Regional and Sea Basin Strategies Days 2026, EUSDR PA9 and partners discussed skills, inclusion, youth opportunities and cooperation to ensure no one is left behind. #strategies4cooperation

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

In Ulm, within the framework of EUSDR PA 8, businesses, policymakers and experts discussed how digitalisation, AI and cybersecurity can support SMEs. The DYC also showed why young people must help shape an innovative and secure Danube Region. competitiveness.danube-region.eu/on-july-3-20...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Europe’s sturgeons need cooperation across rivers, seas & borders. The MRS&SBS Days 2026 Workshop focused on habitats, migration routes, bycatch, data, funding & political ownership. Outcome: stronger MRS-SBS links to break silos and protect biodiversity. #strategies4cooperation

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

On 02 July 2026, in Ulm, EUSDR PA 8 connected the Innovation & Technology Transfer and Circular Economy & Bioeconomy WGs. Participants exchanged project results, funding insights and ideas for Horizon/Interreg cooperation. Read more: competitiveness.danube-region.eu/on-july-3-20...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

The 28th EUSDR PA 8 SG Meeting (02 July 2026) focused on SME competitiveness, innovation, digital transformation, AI & cybersecurity across the Danube Region. Read more here: competitiveness.danube-region.eu/51466-2/

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

At the Macro-regional & Sea Basin Strategies Days in Brussels, 8-9 July, the EUSDR contributed to exchanges on enlargement, resilience and future EU funding. The message was clear: stronger governance and better integration of regional priorities can deliver real results. #strategies4cooperation

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Just published: "Advocacy Guidance and Strategic Orientations on the Role of EU Macro-Regional Strategies", endorsed by the TRIO Presidencies of the four EU Macro-Regional Strategies. Read more here: danube-region.eu/advocacy-gui...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Disaster preparedness starts with cooperation. The article presents the Disaster Management Working Group under EUSDR PA 5, and its role in strengthening cross-border coordination, civil protection, volunteer engagement and regional resilience. www.linkedin.com/pulse/disast...

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Disaster Management in the Danube Region: Strengthening Cross-Border Preparedness and Resilience

Disaster risks do not stop at national borders. In the Danube Region, where countries are closely connected by shared river systems, ecosystems, infrastructure, and communities, effective disaster man...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Out now: EUSDR Guidance Paper 2026 on aligning the EUSDR with the EU Budget 2028–2034. The document shows how EUSDR Priority Areas can support future EU priorities, including resilience, climate action, enlargement and support for Ukraine. Read here: danube-region.eu/eusdr-2026-g...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

On 27 June 2026, 15 Bulgarian municipalities along the Danube joined #RiverRemembers, launching biodegradable paper boats with messages of hope, peace and care for nature. Marking #DanubeDay2026 and 15 years of #EUSDR, the initiative celebrated the Danube as our shared future.

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The EU Strategy for the Danube Region will participate in the Macro-regional & Sea Basin Strategies Days 2026, taking place in Brussels on 8–9 July 2026. You can also find us at the Networking Village, where we will have a dedicated stand celebrating 15 years of EUSDR implementation. See you there!

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

“Two Flags, One River” brought 220+ boats, an air show, fireworks and concerts to the Danube. Supported by public and private partners from RO and BG, the initiative highlighted the area's huge tourism potential and reminded everyone that the Danube connects more than shores, it connects people.

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Young people should have a say in the policies that shape their future! The European Commission is consulting on the post-2027 EU Youth Strategy, which will guide future EU youth priorities after 2027. Complete the questionnaire here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

The Ministers of Interior of the EUSDR Member States met in Sofia, BG, for a high-level dialogue on regional security. The adoption of joint conclusions reaffirmed a shared commitment to security cooperation - in a year marking 15 years of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region.

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

SAVE THE DATE: Overcoming Borders, Shaping the Future – 20 Years of Commitment by the State of Baden-Württemberg in the Danube Region, 4 July 2026. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon...

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EU Strategy for the Danube Region @eusdr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

EUSDR PA 3 Steering Group met in Belgrade to discuss national updates on tourism and cultural initiatives and cross-regional perspectives. The participants also attended a capitalisation event intended to strategically embed good cultural projects into national and regional policy.

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