Economy
A competitive and robust economy in the Western Balkans is good for the region and good for Europe. The EU is the number one investor and trading partner of the Western Balkans.
Despite many challenges, the region has huge potential for growth.The EU provides large-scale investment, funding and other policy support to make the private sector in the region more competitive and resilient, to help small businesses, and to make it easier to do business in the region and beyond.
Opportunities
Innovation and skills
ScienceUs Upscale Academy – Scaling Citizen Science for Climate Resilience
The ScienceUs Upscale Academy offers citizen science initiatives a unique opportunity to scale their impact and support the EU’s mission of "Adaptation to Climate Change." Through a three-phase programme—Seed, Flourish, and Harvest—selected projects will receive funding, expert guidance, and collaboration opportunities with key stakeholders, including policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders. The programme focuses on scaling successful citizen science campaigns, fostering transnational collaboration, and transferring best practices to create a ripple effect of knowledge and innovation. This Open Call will select 25 projects for the Seed Phase, with five advancing to the later stages for larger funding and further support. Eligible projects must address climate adaptation topics such as energy management, public services, or environmental governance. By connecting and enhancing citizen science efforts, ScienceUs empowers communities to co-create practical solutions for climate resilience. Applications are now open and will be accepted until 6th January 2025.
Small and medium enterprises, Students & young people, Other
06/01/2025
Publications
Albania Factograph
Factsheets | Published in: 2023
This factsheet provides a brief overview of the key milestones of the EU integration process and facts and figures on EU-Kosovo relations and support.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina Factograph
Factsheets | Published in: 2023
This factsheet provides a brief overview of the key milestones of the EU integration process and facts and figures on EU-Kosovo relations and support.