Macro-regional strategies

There are four EU macro-regional strategies (MRS), which provide a framework for more territorial cooperation and change. They are the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region, the EU Strategy for the Danube Region, the EU Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR), and the EU Strategy for the Alpine Region. 

The MRS are implemented by coordinating efforts and pooling resources (human, financial, organisational, etc) to address challenges outlined in their respective Action Plans. Interreg programmes, particularly transnational programmes, play a crucial role in providing significant funding for the governance and implementation of MRS. In addition to supporting Interreg in aligning their funding with MRS objectives, Interact supports cross-MRS exchange of practice and mutual learning.  

Who this network is for

This activity is organised to support those managing and implementing the MRS, primarily targeting MRS strategy points. 

What we are working on

Alongside our ongoing support for MRS, including embedding efforts, we explore ways to further strengthen MRS implementation, including capacity building and service enhancement, in close cooperation with MRS stakeholders.

We also focus on supporting cooperation between MRS and Interreg stakeholders on topics relevant for Interreg now and beyond 2027, such as communication and promotion, capitalisation, capacity building, and impact.

Contact 

For more information please contact Baiba Liepa.