22. okt. 2025
On October 21, 2025, Razvojni center Novo mesto hosted a successful Business Breakfast under the Twin Synergies European project, focusing on the synergies between Horizon Europe and Cohesion Policy. The event provided a platform for national and regional stakeholders to explore the alignment of Smart Specialization Strategies (S3) with EU financial programs.
Key Highlights:
Networking & Insights: Participants had the opportunity to connect and discuss key findings from Horizon Europe, S3 strategies, and the challenges of aligning national priorities with EU funding programs.
Group Discussions: Attendees engaged in discussions around green and digital transitions, administrative barriers, and the effective use of ERDF/ESIF for supporting innovation and collaboration.
Strategic Dialogues: The event also explored how regional development agencies can play a key role in ensuring successful synergies, and how public-private sector collaboration can be strengthened to foster innovation.
Next Steps:
The discussions helped outline concrete steps for future collaboration, focusing on addressing barriers in EU project participation and improving access to financial resources. The event was a valuable opportunity to share best practices and strengthen cross-border partnerships.
We are excited about the potential outcomes and look forward to future collaborative efforts in aligning regional and EU priorities!
