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Official Launch of the EcoCLUSTER Project: Kick-off Conference Held in Romania with the Participation of Ukrainian and Romanian Partners
On 5 June 2026, the official Kick-off Meeting of the international project “EcoCLUSTER – Increasing Capacity of LPAs in the Tulcea–Odessa Border Area by Developing

Launch of the cross-border EcoCLUSTER project: Investments in sustainable development and energy independence of the Danube region
The Association of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region has officially launched the practical implementation of the international EcoCLUSTER project. This initiative is a

Strategy, Security, and Green Development: Results of the Ukrainian Danube Conference 2026 in Odesa
On May 29, 2026, a large-scale international event, the Ukrainian Danube Conference 2026, took place in Odesa. The event was organized by the Association “EU

In Odesa, an innovative methodology for teaching the Ukrainian language to foreigners and members of the diaspora was presented
Within the framework of the “Learn Across Borders” project, a conference was held dedicated to the presentation of a new methodology for teaching Ukrainian as

Strategic Priorities of the Danube Region Following the 2026 Kyiv Security Forum
The team of the Association of Ukrainian Regions “EU Strategy for the Danube Region” took part in the 18th Annual Kyiv Security Forum. The event,

Association of Ukrainian Regions “EU Strategy for the Danube Region” Became a Partner in the International Interreg NEXT Project Together with Communities from Ukraine and Romania
The Association of Ukrainian Regions “EU Strategy for the Danube Region” has become a partner in the international cross-border project ROUA00501 (EcoCLUSTER), which received funding

Ukraine’s Role in the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River
Within the framework of Ukraine’s work in the International Commission for the Protection of the Danube River (ICPDR), we are consistently shaping our position on

Forum of Odesa Region Farmers: European Integration, Irrigation, and Water Resources in Wartime Conditions
On January 30, the Forum of Odesa Region Farmers titled “Voice of the Land: The Economy Begins in the Field” took place in the city

Professional Dialogue on the Future of Local Self-Government at the Annual Roundtable
Yuriy Maslov, President of the Association of Ukrainian Regions “EU Strategy for the Danube Region”, took part in an important professional event — the 5th

Education Without Borders: How Language Becomes a Bridge Between Ukraine and Romania
On August 13, an official conference marking the launch of the transnational project “Improving access to education in border regions as a key to socialization

Danube Lakes on the Brink
In 2025, the lakes Yalpuh, Kartal, Kugurluy, Kagul, Kitay, Katlabukh, and Sasyk reached the verge of critical shallowing. What recently seemed like a seasonal phenomenon

Kurt Volker’s Visit to Odesa: Presentation of the National Project for Reviving the Ukrainian Danube Region
n Odesa, we had the honor of welcoming a long-time friend and partner of Ukraine — Kurt Volker, American diplomat and former U.S. Special Representative

A System on the Brink: The Degradation of Ukraine’s Danube Delta
The Danube Delta, which lies within Ukraine’s borders, is called “Europe’s Amazon,” home to endless reeds, biodiversity, and waterways. But that picture-perfect landscape hides a

5th National Participation Day in Ukraine
On July 3–4, 2025, the fifth National Participation Day in Ukraine took place in Frumushyka-Nova. This time, the key theme focused on the challenges and

Shared Responsibility for the Danube: A New Step Toward Integrated Water Resource Management
On International Danube Day, we hosted a joint event together with the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Natural Resources, the Ministry for Communities and Territories

Danube Delta of Change: Ecology, Infrastructure, Development
The Danube is the second-longest river in Europe (2,860 km), flowing through ten countries — from Germany to Ukraine, where it empties into the Black

European Commission Report: Ukraine as a New Power Center in the Danube Region
The European Commission has released its fifth report on the implementation of the EU’s macro-regional strategies — a document assessing progress in the Danube, Baltic,

The Danube as a Strategic Security Artery: Key Takeaways from the Black Sea Security Forum in Odesa
On May 30–31, the Black Sea Security Forum took place in Odesa for the second year in a row — a leading platform for discussing

Threat to water security: dam degradation and the future of the Danube region
The condition and functionality of dams in Odesa region are a cornerstone for meeting the region’s vital needs: irrigation of agricultural fields and population access

The Danube Region as a Gateway to Europe: Security, Integration, and Solidarity
In May, Europe marked 80 years since the end of World War II and 40 years since the establishment of Europe Day. These dates serve

Fisheries as a Driver of Danube Region Growth
Today, we took an important step toward the future of Ukraine’s fisheries sector. Yuriy Maslov, President of the Association “EU Strategy for the Danube Region,”

The Black Sea as a Point of Unity: Ukraine Assumes Leadership of the Common Maritime Agenda in 2025
On March 21, 2025, Ukraine officially assumed the chairmanship of the Common Maritime Agenda for the Black Sea (CMA). This year marks a turning point—one

World Water Day: A Shared Responsibility for Our Most Precious Treasure
Today, on World Water Day, we recognize the invaluable role of water in our lives and remind ourselves of the urgent need to preserve it.

The Danube Must Become an Internal EU River
During the Russian-Ukrainian war, the Danube has proven its significance as a key logistical corridor for exports. In 2023, more than 29 million tons of

Milan Business Forum 2025: Ukraine on the Threshold of Recovery and a European Future
On March 5, 2025, Milan welcomed around 500 guests at the majestic Palazzo Lombardia — representatives of businesses, governments, and organizations from Italy, Ukraine, and

Implementation of river basin management plans is the implementation of the requirements of the EU Water Framework Directive
The Ministry of Environmental Protection hosted an interagency meeting on water resources management with the participation of Minister of Environmental Protection Svitlana Hrynchuk, Head of

Danube Rectors’ Conference 2024
The Danube Rectors’ Conference 2024 took place from 13 to 15 November 2024 at the Danube University of Krems, bringing together university leaders, policy makers

AQUA UKRAINE-2024
The XXI International Forum ‘AQUA UKRAINE-2024’, a key event in the water sector of Ukraine, was held in Kyiv on 15-17 October 2024. The event

195 years of the Odesa National Scientific Library – a significant event for the whole of Ukraine
We are celebrating the 195th anniversary of one of the oldest and most important scientific and cultural institutions in our country – the Odesa National

Odesa Economic Revival Forum
This year’s international forum in Odesa brought together business, political and civil society leaders from around the world. Despite the challenges of war, Odesa region

Green Deal and Decarbonisation of Ukraine in the Context of Transport Infrastructure Rehabilitation
The transport sector is currently one of the most significant sources of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, which directly contributes to climate change. According to

The role of communities in Ukraine’s future
Ukraine’s future depends to a large extent on the development of progressive, economically and socially resilient communities. The Ukraine Rebuilding Alliance team has analysed international

Cross-border cooperation as a factor of Ukraine’s European integration and reconstruction
Today, it is a key aspect of modern international cooperation that promotes mutual understanding, exchange of experience, joint development and solidarity in interregionalism. The European

Meeting focuses on cross-priority areas and cooperation between IMS
On 10 May 2023, during Slovenia’s EUSDR Presidency, a meeting was held between 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗥𝗗𝗙 & 𝗖𝗙 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗣𝗔 & 𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗜

The EU Strategy for the Danube Region strongly condemns the military aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine
The EU Strategy for the Danube Region TRIO strongly condemns the unprovoked, illegal and unjust military aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine. The military

Ukraine takes over the presidency of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region
During the 10th Annual Forum of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region, Slovakia officially handed over the presidency of the Strategy to Ukraine. Ukraine

European integration decisions of the Ukrainian government
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the Program of Ukraine’s Presidency of the European Union Strategy for the Danube Region for the period

Implementation of the updated state regional policy on the example of the Odesa region
The Association of Ukrainian Regions for the Danube Strategy (Ukrainian Association for the Danube Strategy) together with the Odesa Oblast State Administration and the Ministry

Development and Promotion of Green Tourism in the Danube Sector of the Black Sea Basin
The implementation of the cross-border project ‘Development and Promotion of Green Tourism in the Danube Sector of the Black Sea Basin (Cahul District, Republic of

Tourism as the main driver of AH economic development
Tourism as the main driver of AH economic development We are witnessing a growing interest of tourists in travelling to Ukraine, exploring its historical and

Green tourism in the Danube Sector of the Black Sea Basin
Green tourism in the Danube Sector of the Black Sea Basin will be developed and promoted within the framework of a cross-border project The Institute

Development and Promotion of Green Tourism
On 8 April 2021, a kick-off conference was held with the participation of the partners of the cross-border project ‘Development and Promotion of Green Tourism

Online consultations on territorial analysis and policy
The Director of the Centre, Igor Usatyuk, participated in an online consultation on the territorial analysis and policy, specific objectives related to obtaining support for

Development of the Danube Region is one of the priorities of the regional authorities of Odesa Oblast!
Development of the Danube Region is one of the priorities of the regional authorities of Odesa Oblast! It is gratifying that on the first working

The Association supports its members in the development of the Hromada Strategy.
The Association supports its members in the development of the Hromada Strategy. Today, on 29 December, the Reniiska urban hromada continued the strategic marathon of

Memorandum with the State Environmental Inspectorate
Today, the EBA and the State Environmental Inspectorate signed a memorandum of cooperation that will strengthen efforts in implementing the state policy on supervision in

Implementation of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region
The EBA took part in the condemnation of the Coordination Centre for activities related to Ukraine’s participation in the implementation of the EU Strategy for

Odesa 5T Investment Promotion Forum
Odesa Branch Office of the Joint Operational Programme Romania-Ukraine Cross-border Cooperation 2014-2020 at the Odesa 5T Investment Promotion Forum. The city’s development strategy is 5T

Memorandum with the National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Reserve
A Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the National Kyiv-Pechersk Historical and Cultural Reserve and the Association of Local Governments ‘EU Strategy for the Danube

The Kick-off Conference within the Joint Operational Programme ‘Romania-Ukraine 2014-2020’ took place in Reni
The Kick-off Conference of the Danube Delta Integrated Emergency Preparedness System project under the Joint Operational Programme Romania-Ukraine 2014-2020 was held in Reni with the

Memorandum with the Association of Amalgamated Territorial Communities
A memorandum of cooperation was signed between the Association of Local Governments ‘EU Strategy for the Danube Region’ and the Association of Amalgamated Territorial Communities.

Ukraine in the context of the priorities of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region
The Ukrainian side initiated a roundtable discussion on ‘Ukraine in the context of the priorities of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region’, during which

The Danube Strategy Action Plan
The Director of the Centre for Sustainable Development and Environmental Studies of the Danube Region was a speaker at the panel ‘Efficiency of enhancing communication

VIII EU Danube Strategy Forum
The local Association of Local Governments ‘EU Strategy for the Danube Region’ together with the Ministry of Information Policy of Ukraine for the second time

Building cultural bridges across the Danube
The Association of Local Governments ‘EU Strategy for the Danube Region’ in creative partnership with the Museum of Books and Printing of Ukraine (Kyiv) and

The European Strategy for the Danube Region
The European Strategy for the Danube Region is the most successful regional initiative of the European Union for the harmonious development of the 14 countries

National Day of Ukraine’s participation in the Danube Strategy
For the third year in a row, the Local Association of Local Governments ‘EU Strategy for the Danube Region’ has been co-organising the National Day