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But the potential is there, and the talent is there! The EU is already behind many initiatives that support young researchers and enable cooperation between research and business, and across borders – and is increasing support and collaboration opportunities to unlock talents across the region.

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Education and training

Education is the backbone of a competitive workforce and economy. The EU is behind many initiatives to improve the skills base and support quality education in the Western Balkans.

Innovation and research

Investing in research and innovation is key to growth and job creation. Despite challenges, there is much innovation potential in the Western Balkans. EU support is helping to turn this into opportunity!

Stories about Innovation and skills Real People, True Stories

Beneath the Adriatic waves: The EU supports advancement of marine technology in Western Balkans

The EU and the Researcher’s Night in Sarajevo: Horizon Europe is indispensable for scientists

Reviving old traditions: The pottery journey of Veles teens

LePetit.app: Heartfelt stories and speech therapy for children in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Serbia’s Leap into the Erasmus Plus Programme: Fostering Mutual Understanding and Opportunities

Superschools: Bridging Divides and Building Friendships in the Western Balkans

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Latest news

100 schools from the region are becoming Superschools

7th WBIF Strategic and Operational Board meetings

Inclusive teaching, methods turning classrooms into creative and comfortable spaces

The EU and Western Balkans strengthen cooperation in education, innovation, and culture

The Growth Plan for the Western Balkans: Brighter future on path to EU Integration

Bosnia and Herzegovina part of Digital Europe Programme

European Commission announces additional €680 million investment package for the Western Balkans under the Economic and Investment Plan

Screening meetings completed as part of screening process with Albania and North Macedonia

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Main programmes and initiatives

Find out everything you want to know about EU programmes and initiatives in the field of connectivity.

Publications

New Growth Plan for the Western Balkans

This fact sheet provides information on the New EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans

North Macedonia Factograph

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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