The project is co-financed from the Interreg South Baltic Programme 2021-2027 through the European Regional Development Fund.

On 13 November 2026, the Board of the Association of Polish Communes Euroregion Baltic (APC ERB) held its meeting at the Old Town Hall in Elbląg. The main topics included the expansion of the Association's membership, the implementation of international projects, the development of cooperation in the Baltic Sea Region and plans for the coming year.

Bisztynek Municipality Joins the Association

An important point on the agenda was the admission of Bisztynek Municipality to the Association of Polish Communes Euroregion Baltic. This means that another municipality has joined our network of local government members. We warmly welcome our new member and look forward to fruitful cooperation and joint initiatives supporting regional development.

Cooperation within Euroregion Baltic

During the meeting, the Board discussed the activities of the European Grouping of Territorial Cooperation Euroregion Baltic (EGTC), including the outcomes of the November meetings in Kalmar and preparations for the Association to take over the EGTC presidency in 2027.

Discussions also focused on further developing international cooperation, strengthening partnerships and exploring opportunities for new initiatives involving local governments and institutions from across the Baltic Sea Region.

Project Implementation and New Funding Opportunities

A significant part of the meeting was dedicated to ongoing international projects. The Board reviewed progress in the implementation of CONE, SCONE, D-EFFECT, BALTWRECK, Circular MuSe, Streets for the Youth and Youth4Agri.

The Board also discussed opportunities to secure funding for future initiatives, including upcoming calls under the Interreg, EEA Culture, EEA Polnor and EEA Grants programmes.

Strengthening International Partnerships

Another topic was the Association's involvement in international cooperation networks, including its recent membership in EIT Water and participation in initiatives carried out in cooperation with the SUBMARINER Network.

The meeting also provided an opportunity to review the Association's participation in PORThack Elbląg 2026, an event focused on innovative solutions addressing challenges in the port sector and water management.

Plans for the Coming Months

The Board also discussed current organisational and financial matters and outlined key activities planned for the coming months.

The Association is entering another period of active cooperation with local governments, international partners and European institutions. Its activities will continue to focus on regional development, knowledge exchange and making effective use of the opportunities offered by international cooperation.