Priority Area Coordinators (PACs) of the EU Strategy for the Danube Region (EUSDR) met in Sofia for a two-day working session held on 24–25 February. The meeting was organised under the Bulgarian Presidency of the EUSDR.

The event brought together PAC representatives and other key stakeholders to discuss implementation priorities and to coordinate how EUSDR objectives can be integrated into wider EU policy developments.
The programme featured several important sessions, including:

• A presentation outlining the agenda of the 2026 Bulgarian EUSDR Presidency;
• Updates from the European Commission, where DG REGIO shared the latest developments concerning macro-regional strategies;
• A discussion among PACs aimed at strengthening cooperation across Priority Areas;
• A session on supporting EU enlargement, exploring how Priority Areas can contribute through their initiatives, networks, and planned commitments for 2026.

During the second day, participants received updates from the Interreg Danube Region Programme and examined how EUSDR thematic priorities align with the upcoming EU Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028–2034. Representatives from the Danube Youth Council and the Danube Youth Organisations Network also introduced their ongoing activities.

The meeting resulted in constructive discussions, with participants reaffirming their commitment to advancing the goals of the EUSDR.
For further information about the EUSDR Priority Areas, please visit:
https://danube-region.eu/about-eusdr/eusdr-governance-priority-areas/