Entries by Irena Markovic

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Implementation of the first projects under the Cross-border Cooperation Programme Serbia – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2021–2027 begins

Thirteen grant contracts have been signed under the 1st Call for Proposals of the Cross-border Cooperation Programme Serbia – Bosnia and Herzegovina 2021–2027, funded under the Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance (IPA III). The total value of the contracted projects is EUR 6,753,162.64. The EU contribution amounts to EUR 5,713,165.02, and the project partners provide the […]

27. October 2026. by

10th National Conference on European Territorial Cooperation held in Novi Sad

The 10th National Conference on European Territorial Cooperation Programs was held today in Novi Sad, presenting the results of Serbia’s cooperation so far with partners from the European Union and the region, as well as opportunities for future projects. Grants were formally awarded to beneficiaries of the Serbia–North Macedonia and Serbia–Montenegro cross-border cooperation programs. Nemanja […]

25. September 2026. by

Project results of cross-border cooperation presented during the visit of a representative of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood

  As part of a field visit to projects implemented under IPA–IPA and Interreg–IPA cross-border cooperation programmes, representatives of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighbourhood (DG ENEST), the Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Serbia, the Ministry of European Integration of the Republic of Serbia, the Directorate for European […]

21. May 2026. by

EU Neighbours in action: Knowledge across borders held in Belgrade

The event “EU Neighbours in action: Knowledge across borders” was held in Belgrade on 19 and 20 May 2026, organised by Interact, bringing together representatives of cross-border cooperation programmes, national institutions, joint secretariats, the European Commission and Delegations of the European Union from EU Member States, candidate countries and countries involved in external cooperation programmes. […]

20. May 2026. by

Projects of the CBC Programme Serbia–Bosnia and Herzegovina Presented as Part of Europe Day Celebrations in Trebinje

On the occasion of Europe Day and European Week in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a promotional event organised by the Directorate for European Integration of Bosnia and Herzegovina was held in Trebinje on Thursday, 7 May 2026. The event presented the results of projects implemented with the financial support of the European Union. The event was […]

12. May 2026. by
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Ministry of European Integration Delegation on a two-day visit to North Macedonia: Project visits and discussions on the upcoming Call within the Cross-Border Cooperation Programme

30/03/2026 – Mr Nemanja Martinović, Acting Assistant Minister at the Ministry of European Integration, led a delegation during a two-day visit to North Macedonia, aimed at visiting projects implemented under the IPA II Cross-Border Cooperation Programme Serbia–North Macedonia, as well as holding working meetings with partners. As part of the visit of representatives of the […]

31. March 2026. by
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Han Pijesak: EU-funded cross-border cooperation between BiH and Serbia delivers tangible results

HAN PIJESAK, 29 December – The final conference of the project “Development of rural tourism as a basis for future sustainable development in the cross-border region of Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina” was held at the Municipality of Han Pijesak, showcasing concrete results of EU-funded cross-border cooperation between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia. The Municipality […]

30. December 2025. by
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A Magical View Through the Binoculars: Nature, Tourism and Inclusion Across Borders

  On the border between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina, a unique project has succeeded in combining what rarely goes together — nature, tourism, and social inclusion. The project “Eco Tourism in the Cross-Border Area of Serbia–BiH – Birdwatching Across Borders” has shown that tourism can grow without harming nature and that economic empowerment can […]

23. October 2025. by

From Idea to Reality: How NESESER Sparked a New Generation of Entrepreneurs in Brčko and Loznica

NESESER – Newly Established Start-up Enterprise Services – was not just a project name. It symbolized a vision: to provide young people, women, and aspiring entrepreneurs with the right tools, support, and space to turn their ideas into reality. What began as an initiative under the IPA II Cross-border Cooperation Programme Serbia–Bosnia and Herzegovina grew […]

24. September 2025. by
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When Health Comes to the Village: How the HEAL Project Changed the Lives of Older People in the Cross-Border Region

As the world ages and the number of people over the age of 60 skyrockets, one essential question arises: are our oldest citizens seen, heard, and checked? That’s where the story of the project  “Healthy Ageing in the Cross-Border region – HEAL” begins. Over the past months, it has shown how care, dedication, and cooperation […]

5. September 2025. by
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Hunting for Development: How Han Pijesak and Loznica Drew a New Map for Rural Tourism

While many regions are still searching for a formula for sustainable development, the municipality of Han Pijesak and the city of Loznica have already started implementing it – with the support of the European Union. The project “Developing Rural Tourism as a Foundation for Future Sustainable Development of the Cross-border Area of Serbia and Bosnia […]

2. September 2025. by
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“Banovićka Ćirolija” – A New Museum on the Tracks of the Past

Banovići, 24 June 2025 – With the evocative echoes of steam locomotives and the spirit of mining heritage, the town of Banovići proudly unveiled a permanent multimedia exhibition titled “Banovićka Ćirolija”. Merging innovation with tradition, this modern museum offers a dynamic journey through the industrial and cultural history of the region, brought to life through […]

25. June 2025. by
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Old Railways of Western Serbia in a New Light: Permanent Multimedia Exhibition Opened in Požega

On Wednesday, May 8th, 2025, the permanent multimedia exhibition “Old Railways of Western Serbia” was officially opened in Požega, marking a significant step in preserving and promoting the region’s railway heritage. The opening event gathered distinguished guests and project partners. Speeches were delivered by: Mr. Nikola Bertolini, Head of Cooperation of the Delegation of the […]

8. May 2025. by
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Birds Connecting People: New Routes, New Brands, and New Opportunities for Local Communities!

Eco-tourism and birdwatching have become new drivers of sustainable development in the cross-border area between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina! Thanks to this project, which linked nature conservation with the economic empowerment of vulnerable groups, new birdwatching routes have been established, guides have been trained, and the “Bird’s Nest” brand has been launched as a […]

30. April 2025. by
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A New Tourist Offer Unveils the Charms of Birdwatching in the Cross-Border Area of Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina

Eco-tourism and birdwatching in the cross-border region of Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina have received a significant boost through a two-year project that combined natural beauty, biodiversity protection, and the development of local communities. Through numerous activities, new maps, routes, trainings, and services were created to enrich the tourist offer of the Protected Landscape Konjuh […]

25. April 2025. by

EU explores the natural beauties of Western Serbia through cross-border projects

Nature, tourism, and cross-border cooperation – these are just some of the highlights that captivated the European Union Delegation during their visit to Mokra Gora. The delegation included Elvira Maria Angulo Rodriguez, Head of OPS III in the EU Delegation, and Dario Di Benedetto, Programme Manager. The focus was on the cross-border projects “Open-Air Everywhere” […]

10. April 2025. by

Training for Birdhouse Making and Bird Food Packaging

In Bogatic training session was organized for 15 participants from the program within  the project “Eco Tourism in the Cross-border Area between Serbia and BIH: Cross border BIRDWATCHING”on March 4th and 5th, . The project is being implemented in cooperation with the Red Cross of the Tuzla Canton and the Society for the Protection and […]

24. March 2025. by
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State Secretary and EU Delegation Visit Cross-border Projects in Zlatibor

State Secretary of the Ministry for European Integration, Mira Radenović Bojić, and , Head of Cooperation of the Delegation of the European Union in Serbia, Nikola Bertolini, visited significant cross-border projects in Zlatibor on February 26, 2025. During their visit, they toured the production facility of the dairy “Naša Zlatka”  in Kriva Reka, where the […]

28. February 2025. by

The final conference of the project “Open-Air Everywhere”

The final conference of the project “New Open-Air Sites for Better Quality of Tourism Products – Open-Air Everywhere!” was held in Tuzla on December 16, 2024. Alongside project partners—City of Tuzla, Tourism Board of the City of Tuzla, Development Association NERDA, and Tourism Organization of Western Serbia—the conference gathered representatives of key stakeholders, tourism boards, […]

30. December 2024. by