IPA III CBC Programme - North Macedonia & Albania

🚴‍♂️ Join the Timeless Trail Tour 2026! 🇲🇰🤝🇦🇱

The Ministry of Local Self-Government and the State Agency for Strategic Programming and Aid Coordination (SASPAC), acting as the Operating Structures of the IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Programme North Macedonia–Albania, in cooperation with the Municipality of Novaci, are pleased to invite cycling enthusiasts to the third edition of the Timeless Trail Tour.

📅 12 June 2026
📍 Route: Novaci – Konjarka Recreation Park
📏 Distance: 26 km
🚲 Difficulty: Beginner – Intermediate

The event brings together participants from both sides of the border, promoting cooperation, active lifestyles, and the natural and cultural heritage of the cross-border region.

🍽️ Food, refreshments and promotional materials will be provided for all participants.

🚌 Participants from Albania will be provided with round-trip transportation and accommodation on 11 June. Transportation from Konjarka back to Novaci will also be available for participants who request it during registration.

🔗 Register via the online form (link in bio) and join us for a day of cycling, networking and outdoor adventure.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedlcSzEFdgxF-QccEr5x6wrNDs_b40FrRtQaeOXS2Bzb_lmg/viewform

🚴‍♂️ Nature, recreation and cross-border cooperation on two wheels 🌿

For the third year in a row, Municipality of Novaci is organizing the Timeless Trail Tour, this year with the support of the IPA III CBC Programme 🇲🇰🤝🇦🇱, the Ministry of Local Self-Government, Municipality of Novaci and SASPAC

The cycling tour offers participants the opportunity to explore the beautiful landscapes of the region while promoting active lifestyles, community spirit and sustainable tourism.

📍 Route: Novaci - Recreational Park Konjarka
📏 Length: 26 km
🚲 Difficulty: Beginner – Medium
🗓️ Participation is free of charge

All participants will receive refreshments, food and promotional materials.

🔗 Applications are open via the online form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedlcSzEFdgxF-QccEr5x6wrNDs_b40FrRtQaeOXS2Bzb_lmg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

🤝 Strengthening connections beyond borders 🇲🇰🇦🇱

The Macedonian-Albanian Business Forum “Across Borders” brought together institutions, investors, and business representatives from both countries with a shared goal - creating new opportunities for cooperation, trade, and investment.

Through productive discussions and B2B/B2G meetings, the event opened space for new partnerships, stronger regional ties, and future collaboration between the two countries.

📸 A look back at some moments from the forum in Skopje yesterday.

🇪🇺 Happy Europe Day!

Today, on 9 May, we celebrate peace, unity, solidarity, and the values that connect people across Europe.

Through cooperation, shared ideas, and partnerships, we continue building stronger communities and creating new opportunities for future generations. 🌍✨

As part of the European family, cross-border cooperation remains a powerful reminder that progress happens when we work together. 🇲🇰🤝🇦🇱

🌱📢 LIFE Programme 2026 - Calls for Proposals Now Open

The EU funded LIFE Programme Calls for 2026 are officially published!

🇲🇰 North Macedonia, part of the LIFE Programme since 2023, has the opportunity to actively participate in projects that support:
🌿 Environment & nature protection
🌍 Climate action & sustainability

👥 Who can apply?
• Public institutions (including local authorities)
• Universities & research institutions
• Companies & SMEs
• Non-profit organisations

📅 Published on: 21 April 2026

🔗 Explore the calls and find more information via the links.
https://cinea.ec.europa.eu/life-calls-proposals-2026_en

https://ec.europa.eu/info/funding-tenders/opportunities/portal/screen/opportunities/calls-for-proposals?status=31094503,31094501,31094502&frameworkProgramme=43252405&order=DESC&pageNumber=1&pageSize=50&sortBy=startDate

📌 For North Macedonia, the contact institution is the Ministry of Environment and Physical Planning.

LIFE Calls for proposals 2026 LIFE Calls for proposals 2026

📢 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT: Financial Officer Position Open

Within the framework of the IPA III Cross-Border Cooperation Programme North Macedonia – Albania 2021–2027 🇲🇰🤝🇦🇱, the Ministry of Local Self-Government of the Republic of North Macedonia announces a call for:

👤 1 Financial Officer

This position is part of the ongoing efforts to support the implementation of cross-border cooperation activities in partnership with Albania.

⚠️ Only applications submitted within the deadline will be considered.

🔗 For full details and application requirements, check the link below

https://ipacbc-mk-al.eu/2026/04/09/3618/?fbclid=Iwb21leARUHpBjbGNrBFQehmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHhI8ZzKeFUrOmE_sgjYm5s3vGnqIf87ss6q03IIc7buyDb_OtY-z-7a9YNlK_aem_68VPcMaMuAKKg0ASFgFhlg

📢 New Opportunity within IPA CBC Programme MK–AL

In the framework of the IPA III Cross-Border Cooperation Programme 🇲🇰 - 🇦🇱 2021–2027 🤝, a new position is open:

👤 Project Antennae Officer (Elbasan)

If you’re looking to be part of impactful cross-border cooperation and regional development, this is your chance.

📅 Application deadline: 3 May 2026
📌 Applications are submitted by post (details in the link)

🔗 Find full requirements and apply via the link.

https://ipacbc-mk-al.eu/mk/2026/04/16/announcement-for-expression-of-interest-vacant-position-in-the-frame-of-the-ipa-cbc-programme-north-macedonia-albania-2021-2027/
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🇪🇺🇲🇰Strengthening cooperation in the field of EU cohesion policy!

From 11–15 January, a study visit took place in Brussels and Lille, organised by DG REGIO and implemented by Particip GmbH, with the aim of supporting candidate countries in the field of EU cohesion policy.

Representatives from North Macedonia, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova had the opportunity to gain first-hand insight into cohesion policy challenges and implementation practices, with a particular focus on the Interreg Europe and Interreg North-West Europe programmes.

Special attention was dedicated to projects financed under these programmes, as well as to the key role of Managing Authorities in ensuring effective implementation.
The visit also served as a valuable platform for exchanging experiences, lessons learned, and best practices among participating countries.

This initiative represents an important step towards strengthening cooperation, enhancing institutional capacities, and supporting preparations.

Murals that speak through color and message, inviting every visitor into dialogue.
Brought to life with AI, these works transform urban spaces across the Korça region into experiences of reflection and awareness.
🎬 Realized by the Deputy Prefect of Devoll, Henrik Rusi.

🟠🟢🔴🔵 Murals that speak, colors that guide and messages that are addressed to every visitor. Some of the murals with different themes in our region come to life through Artificial Intelligence, turning the urban space into an artistic experience that invites reflection, action and awareness. Art here is not just a sight, but an open dialogue with the city and those who visit it. 🎬 Realized by the Deputy Prefect of Devoll, Henrik Rusi. 🟠🟢🔴🔵 Murale që flasin, ngjyra që udhëzojnë dhe mesazhe që i drejtohen çdo vizitori. Disa prej muraleve me tema të ndryshme në qarkun tonë marrin jetë përmes Inteligjencës Artificiale, duke e kthyer hapësirën urbane në një përvojë artistike që fton për reflektim, veprim dhe ndërgjegjësim. Arti këtu nuk është vetëm pamje, por një dialog i hapur me qytetin dhe ata që e vizitojnë. 🎬 Realizuar nga nënprefekti i Devollit, Henrik Rusi. #KorçaTheHeartland ❤️ #ArtUrban #Murale #KorcaTourism #VisitKorce