The Hellenic Republic assumes the Presidency of the EU Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR) for the second time, and the Presidency of the Adriatic Ionian Initiative (AII) for the fourth time.
The Hellenic Presidency will build on the work of previous Presidencies, addressing existing and emerging global, European, and regional trends that impact the Adriatic-Ionian Macro-region, and adjusting the Strategy and the Initiative as needed.
Considering the above and recognising that economic development and job creation are key objectives of the Strategy, the Hellenic Presidency has identified five interconnected priorities:
- EU enlargement, particularly supporting the accession process of the Western Balkans.
- Cohesion Policy in the post-2027 period, linked to the EUSAIR Strategy, emphasising the spatial dimension of the Strategy.
- Green transition and addressing the effects of climate change.
- Blue Economy, focusing on the development of skills, education, and specialisation in blue professions.
- Environmental protection and the promotion of environmental quality.
Read more about the priorities and agenda of the Presidency on the EUSAIR website: https://lnkd.in/dznGmKCw