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The objective of this study is to identify policies related to gender disparity in STEM at the level of each Western Balkan economy and provide a regional overview of existing mechanisms and initiatives... read more
The integration of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) in Horizon 2020 is an important feature of the programme. To monitor the development of this cross-cutting issue is an EU commitment. read more
The study “Science Diplomacy in CEI Member States”, based on data collected in 11 CEI countries, is the first attempt to explore the state and prospects of SD in this broad portion of Europe. read more
The Western Balkans are all part of the COST community. This short presentation provides figures and trends related to the number of individual researchers active in the COST initiatives. ... read more
COVID-19 has caused major disruptions to the Western Balkan economies and the consequences are evident in all parts of society. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are struggling hard and looking... read more
RCC, as an inclusive regional body in South East Europe and UNDP, as one of the leading development entities within the United Nations, propose this document to bring about women’s economic empowerment... read more
The Western Balkans Agenda is expected to set out a new narrative for the region and to provide a forward-looking vision for all citizens, particularly for the youth. Can you tell us more about this? ... read more
The European Union has recently announced the preparation of a comprehensive, long-term strategy for cooperation with the Western Balkan region entitled "Western Balkans Agenda on Innovation, Research... read more
Under the overarching motto of ‘Science for freedom, freedom for science’, thousands of the world’s leading researchers, innovators and policymakers participated in the largest science conference in Europe... read more
Under the overarching motto of ‘Science for freedom, freedom for science’, thousands of the world’s leading researchers, innovators and policymakers participated in the largest science conference in Europe... read more
Building on the Joint Declaration “A Western Balkans Agenda on Innovation, Research, Education, Culture, Youth and Sport” this document presents the specific objectives, priorities and a tentative roadmap... read more
The policy report produced by the EU funded H2020 expert group on ‘Gendered Innovations’ provides researchers and innovators with methodological tools for sex, gender and intersectional analysis. read more
Amid preparations for the new EU Gender Action Plan (GAP) III, the Instrument for Pre-Accession (IPA) III, and the Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument (NDICI), this brief... read more
Some key findings of the report presented at the launch-event include: Gender-based discrimination is widespread, particularly regarding hiring, promotion, maternity leave and sexual harassment.&... read more
Equality between women and men, or gender equality, is a fundamental right and a common value, recognised by the EU. It has been a component of the European integration project from its outset.Enshrined... read more
This report provides an overview of education structures and policies that influence equity in school education. read more
COMMUNICATION FROM THE COMMISSION TO THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT, THE COUNCIL, THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL COMMITTEE AND THE COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS read more
The Economic and Investment Plan identifies 10 investment flagships and aims to spur the long-term recovery, accelerate a green and digital transition, and foster regional cooperation and convergence ... read more
The European Union has recently presented a comprehensive, long-term strategy for cooperation with the Western Balkan region entitled "Western Balkans Agenda on Innovation, Research, Education, Culture... read more
The European Union has recently presented a comprehensive, long-term strategy for cooperation with the Western Balkan region entitled "Western Balkans Agenda on Innovation, Research, Education, Culture... read more
The Commission adopted its Communication on EU enlargement policy and the 2020 Enlargement Package: The annual reports, assessing the implementation of fundamental reforms in the Western Balkans and Turkey... read more
This Communication sets out a European Green Deal for the European Union (EU) and its citizens. It resets the Commission’s commitment to tackling climate and environmental-related challenges that is this... read more
The migration of able, highly educated individuals from the Western Balkans region, which has been happening since the 1990s is known as “brain drain” and usually concerns the European Union and the United... read more
Mariya Gabriel, European Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth explains how together, we can make Europe a lighthouse of excellence in research and innovation. The new European... read more
This factsheet explains briefly how the new ERA is based on excellence, competiveness and how it aims ar being talent-driven and open. Find the factsheet here read more
The text of the full general approach on of the proposal for a Regulation of the European Parliament and the Council establishing Horizon Europe - the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation ... read more
The text of the full general approach on the proposal for a decision of the Council on establishing the specific programme implementing Horizon Europe – the Framework Programme for Research and Innovation... read more
Communication on a new European Research Area for Research and Innovation adopted by the European Commission on 30 September 2020. Including Commission Staff Working Document accompanying the Document... read more
Since the Covid-19 outbreak, the EU and its member states are working together to reinforce national healthcare systems, contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus and mitigate its socio-economic impact... read more
The COVID-19 pandemic hit the six Western Balkans (WB6) amidst a reacceleration of economic activity and promising economic outlook for 2020. With the rapid spreading of the coronavirus in the Western... read more
On 30 January, the World Health Organisation declared the Corona Virus outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern while, on 11 March, it characterized COVID-19 as a pandemic... read more
European Commissioner Philippe Busquin launched the idea of the European Research Area back in November 2000. “The problem is not money but fragmentation of the efforts carried out at European level,” ... read more
This year’s 20th anniversary of the European Research Area is an opportunity to highlight some very important developments as regards Western Balkans countries. Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North... read more
Western Balkans' Ministers in charge for Science and Research addressed Commissioner Mariya Gabriel and fellow Western Balkan Ministers and stakeholders during the Towards an Innovation Agenda for the... read more
This study looks at the supply chains of the nine technologies below used in the three strategic sectors renewable energy, e-mobility, defence and aerospace. It also attempts to provide a first answer... read more
Innovation is generally seen as good. Promoting innovation especially in the digital economy is often deemed vital. Increasing the level of innovation, after all, can promote sustainable development, ... read more
Understanding how progress in science is connected to technological development is crucial to get a better handle of the drivers and policy levers that can foster science-based innovation in a rapidly... read more
The Regional Risks for Doing Business report offers a business perspective on the impact of global risks and illustrates how they are experienced differently across regions. In an increasingly complex... read more
The Digital Agenda for the Western Balkans aims to support the transition of the region into a digital economy and bring the benefits of the digital transformation, such as faster economic growth, more... read more
The Digital Agenda for the Western Balkans In 2018, the EU launched the Digital Agenda in Sofia, Bulgaria at the Digital Assembly. The agenda, one of the flagships of the EU strategy for the Western... read more
Two virtual sessions are being organised by the International Service Facility on behalf of the EC DG R&I at ESOF 2020, to inform and promote the strong potential of the Western Balkans' R&I capacities... read more
Government at a Glance: Western Balkans presents information on public governance in the Western Balkan region – covering Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia... read more
The Report ‘Cybersecurity – Our Digital Anchor’ brings together research from different disciplinary fields of the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the European Commission's science and knowledge service. read more
While research and innovation (R&I) are at the core of the response to the pandemic itself in the areas of virology, vaccines development, treatments and diagnostics, it will be crucial also in the... read more
The fact that science is without borders is what makes it so useful as a diplomacy tool. The integration of Europe's scientific community played indeed a key role in developing an integrated European ... read more
Effective Science Diplomacy for Europe Science diplomacy refers to the use of scientific, technological and academic collaborations to address challenges, promote understanding and build strong... read more
The European Union has made available several funding and technical assistance instruments for the design and implementation of broadband programmes and projects in the Western Balkans. This guide ... read more
Empty cultural places, drastically reduced mobility and tourism blockade as an effect of COVID-19 confinement measures not only generate an evident economic damage to cultural institutions, companies ... read more
Balkan Barometer is an annual survey of public opinion and business sentiments in six Western Balkans economies, commissioned by the Regional Cooperation Council. It is examining aspirations and... read more
The Balkan Barometer 2020 edition presents for the first time the perception and sentiments on COVID19 pandemic Impact Assessment. COVID19 pandemic Impact Assessment infographics booklet features some... read more
Western Balkan Countries Information Platform on Research Technology and Innovation is currently funded by the European Commission through the INT Service Facility for the Support of the Steering Platform on Research and Innovation for Western Balkan Countries (Specific Contract No. 30-CE-0864059/00-47). It builds upon the original platform WBC-INCO.NET.
