Danubius International Conferences, 6th International Conference The Danube - Axis of European Identity
Black Sea Synergy: Review Of A Regional Cooperation Initiative
Last modified: 2016-06-23
Abstract
The objective of this paper is to offer a review of the Black Sea Synergy regional cooperation initiative and on highlighs a number of "lessons learnt" which will inform the future development of the Synergy. The Black Sea Synergy Initiative aims to focus political attention at the regional level and invigorate ongoing cooperation processes. In so doing it takes account of the range of EU policies and programmes applicable to the EU's differentiated relations with the countries of the region. Its primary objective is to further cooperation within the Black Sea region and between the region as a whole and the EU. The Synergy is intended as a flexible framework that will ensure greater coherence and policy guidance. It envisages a bottom-up project development approach aimed at building on concrete deliverables in the environment, maritime affairs, fisheries, maritime transport, energy, education, civil society, cross border cooperation and research fiel.
