🤝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...

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

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...

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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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...

What are "nature-based solutions" to prevent flooding? Find out more about the work of EUSDR PA 5 in this area, by reading the article: www.linkedin.com/pulse/nature...

Nature-Based Solutions for Smarter Flood Risk Reduction in the Danube Region

Flood risk is one of the defining environmental challenges of the Danube Region. With its varied landscapes, dense river networks, and growing exposure to climate-related extremes, the Region needs mo...

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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-...?

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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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).

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

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

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...

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

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...

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/

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

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...

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...

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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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...

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.

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!

“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.

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...

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.

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...

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.

Happy International Danube Day! 29 June is a day to honour the Danube, the people of the region and its unique biodiversity. United by Danube!

The EUSDR Flagship Process on Migratory Fish is an ongoing initiative with the aim of re-establishing the migration routes of migratory fish species through the Danube again by monitoring and supporting practical solutions at key river barriers. www.linkedin.com/pulse/restor...

Restoring Danube Fish Migration: Protecting Sturgeons and Reconnecting River Routes

The Flagship Process on Migratory Fish is an ongoing initiative under EUSDR Priority Area 4: Water Quality, working closely with EUSDR Priority Area 6: Biodiversity, Landscapes and Air & Soil Quality....

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SAVE THE DATE: 14.07.2026, regional roundtable „Danube and the Black Sea: Synergies for regional development and connectivity", including a technical visit to a River Information Services Centre in Ruse. Register here: danube-region.eu/events/round...

Save the date: 03.07.2026, THE DANUBE REGION AT THE TURN OF TIMES – Shaping the Digital Future along the Danube. Unlocking Opportunities for SMEs and Industry through Cooperation. Hosted by IHK Ulm. Registration: events.ulm.ihk24.de/b?p=thedanub...

Happening soon! 27.06.2026: Two Flags, One River, uniting the banks of Ruse and Giurgiu. One of the most spectacular cross-border celebrations in Europe! Get ready for an unforgettable day of music and culture as we celebrate International Danube Day together! More info here: fb.me/e/5T2UG55sk

The Flagship Process on Emerging Substances aims to improve the monitoring of hazardous substances in surface waters, sediment, and biota; identify their sources and pathways; measure emissions and loads, and support prevention and mitigation measures. Read: www.linkedin.com/pulse/emergi...

Emerging Water Pollutants in the Danube Region: Tackling Pharmaceuticals, Plastics and Microplastics

Strengthening Danube-wide action in combatting emerging water pollutants The Flagship Process on Emerging Substances is an ongoing initiative under EU Strategy for the Danube Region Priority Area 4: W...

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