Regional network meeting of programmes in Central and South-East Europe - Registration is now open!

Roles and responsibilities Central and South East Interreg IPA

The 18th Regional Network Meeting of Interreg Programmes in Central and South-East Europe is here, and registration is now open! 
We’re excited to invite you to the 18th edition of the Regional Network Meeting - our own gathering of Interreg programme professionals from Central and South East Europe, where we are always joined by the European Commission representatives. Over two energising days in the beautiful city of Lecce, we’ll come together to share insights, tackle challenges, and shape the future of cooperation across Central and South-East Europe.

This year’s meeting offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn from the present, and navigate the future. At the heart of our agenda is the upcoming post-2027 framework - we’ll unpack the draft regulation, explore what it means for our work, and gather your early feedback. It’s your chance to ask questions, reflect on what’s coming, and make your voice heard in shaping the next chapter of Interreg.

But that’s not all! As always, we’ll also address current challenges and create new ideas. Through open dialogue and peer exchange, we’ll explore practical solutions and strengthen our collective capacity to deliver meaningful impact.

Why should you join?

This isn’t just another meeting - it’s a space for:

·        Genuine exchange: Share your experience and hear from others tackling similar issues.

·        Joint learning: Learn from best practices, mistakes, and creative approaches.

·        Forward thinking: Contribute to discussions that influence Interreg’s future.

·        Regional connection: Strengthen networks with peers across Central and South-East Europe.

Who’s invited?

The meeting is designed for Interreg professionals working in and with CBC programmes from Central and South-East Europe, including Interreg IPA. Representatives of transnational and Interreg NEXT programmes from the region are warmly invited to join as observers.

As always, your input during registration will help us fine-tune the agenda to match your real priorities - because this meeting is shaped by you.

Please note that participation in the event is by invitation only.

The Jems User and Core Group meeting will also be held in Lecce, Italy, from 30 September to 1 October. You can find more information here.

The regional network meeting will be held back-to-back, with a half-day session on 1 October and a full day on 2 October.