ITEM/Institute for Transnational and Euregional cross-border cooperation and Mobility

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👏Thank you to all (online) participants at our annual conference 2024 for making this conference a success! 📚We are very proud to announce the publication of the 6 dossiers of the ITEM Cross-Border Impact Assessment 2024, presented by our dedicated researchers during the conference 🌐✨ View the pitch video and read more about the publication of the report on our website: https://lnkd.in/e89vx47A A big thank you to our host Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen for their hospitality, and to our moderators Simone van Trier and Sander Kleikers! #ITEM #Grenseffectenrapportage #Onderzoek #Jaarconferentie #GrenzeloosSamenwerken

🚀 The time has come! The annual conference is about to start in Ghent. 🏛️ Can't attend in person? No worries! Watch along via livestream and don't miss any of the inspiring talks! https://bit.ly/4hXLZyY ⏰ We will start at 09.30 hrs.

Join us for an in-depth discussion with the ITEM Annual Conference 2024 next panel, where we'll explore the critical theme of Europe's industrial competitiveness and the movement from a Green Deal to Industrial Deal  🌍 Get ready to be inspired by our distinguished speakers 📢 Topic: New EU rules on raw materials, circularity, and innovation aim to boost strategic autonomy. The goal is for European technology to meet 40% of energy needs via solar, wind, batteries, and heat pumps by 2040. Is this feasible? Are border regions prioritized, and is EU policy ready for this industrial shift? 👤 Martin Unfried, Senior Researcher ITEM-Maastricht University  👤 Mark Andries, Administrator-General VLAIO - Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship 👤 Carl De Maré, Program Director Smart Delta Resources   👤 Hans Meijer Hans Meijer, General Counsel & Director Strategic Projects at Deep Branch (acquired by Aerbio 2024)     🚨Learn more and register before 14-11-2024 via https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ 

We are delighted to introduce the next panel in our exceptional line-up for the upcoming Annual Conference 2024, who will be engaging in a stimulating discussion on the EU cohesion policy after 2027 🌍   📢 Topic: The EU lacks effective tools to address border region obstacles, calling for policies that reflect local realities. A new agenda with structural resources, concrete tools, and political commitment is vital. Viewing border regions as areas with specific needs, not just strategic assets, is key to fostering cross-border cooperation.    👤Thomas Wobben, CoR, Secretariat-General, Director for Legislative Works at European Committee of the Regions   👤Yianis Koutsikidis, Policy Advisor, Secretary-General European Commission, unit Evaluation & Impact Assessment  👤Arthur Van Dijk, King’s Commissioner and President of the Dutch House of Provinces (Brussels)  👤Gaetan Poelman, General Representative of Flanders to the EU  👤Pim Mertens, Scientific coordinator ITEM-Maastricht University    🚨Register before 14-11-2024 https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ European Committee of the Regions, European Commission, Provincie Noord-Holland, Huis van de Nederlandse Provincies

Our next panel at the upcoming ITEM Annual Conference 2024, will be discussing innovative instruments that can be used to remove barriers between border regions 🌍    📢 Topic: Legal and administrative barriers hinder cross-border cooperation for citizens, businesses, and institutions. The EU’s proposal for Cross-border Coordination Points (CBCPs) aims to coordinate solutions and liaise between local and national authorities. How can the EU ensure investment and support for border regions beyond 2027?    👤 Gyula Ocskay, Secretary General CESCI, Budapest  👤 Susanne Sivonen, Researcher ITEM-Maastricht University  👤 Maarten Vidal, Coordinator Cross-border cooperation, Chancellery and Foreign Affairs Department of the Flemish Government    🚨Don't miss this opportunity to hear from these experts as they share their insights on these innovative instruments. Secure your spot by registering for the conference before November 14, 2024.     Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ     Stay tuned for further updates on the ITEM Annual Conference 2024 panelists in the next few days and be sure to register in time! 🗣️🌟  Central European Service for Cross-Border Initiatives (CESCI) Departement Kanselarij en Buitenlandse Zaken

Continuing to introduce our speakers, please meet the panelists who will discuss "European integration and cohesion policy for border regions" 🌍     📢 Topic: The ITEM Chances Analysis reviews recent EU policy developments on cross-border regions, highlighting improvements needed. This timely analysis aligns with upcoming territorial development negotiations and discussions on #CohesionPolicy post-2027 within the new European Parliament and Commission terms.    👤 Martin Unfried - Senior Researcher at ITEM  👤 Prof. dr. Birte Wassenberg, University of Strasbourg    🚨Don't miss this opportunity to hear from these experts as they share their insights. Secure your spot by registering for the conference before November 14, 2024:  https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ    Stay tuned for further updates on the ITEM Annual Conference 2024 panelists. Get ready to gain valuable insights and participate in meaningful discussions! 🗣️🌟 University of Strasbourg

🌍 Meet our Key Note speaker for the ITEM Annual Conference 2024 Erwin Hoogland, Regional Minister of the Provincie Overijssel   📢 Topic: Exploring the Dutch central, regional and local government's vision for cohesion policy post-2027, focusing on economic, social, and territorial convergence by strengthening lagging regions, enhancing EU competitiveness, fostering sustainability, and supporting skilled labour. Emphasis will be on digital, social, and green transitions, with innovation as a central theme.    🚨 Remember to register for the conference before 14 November 2024. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ ! Stay tuned for additional updates about the panelists for the ITEM Annual Conference 2024. Prepare to gain valuable insights and engage in meaningful discussions! 🗣️🌟     Provincie Oost-Vlaanderen

🌍 We're excited to begin the introduction round of our distinguished speakers at the upcoming ITEM Annual Conference 2024! Starting with the opening interview with Governor Carina Van Cauter, Provincial Executive Member Kurt Moens and ITEM Director Prof. dr. Anouk Bollen-Vandenboorn    📢 Topic: The European cohesion policy after 2027 and its impact on border regions, Europe’s industrial competitiveness, and the commitment of Member States to act together across borders which requires structural investments in time, money and manpower.  🚨 Remember to register for the conference before 12 November 2024. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/4dEdCtJ Stay tuned for additional updates about the panelists for the ITEM Annual Conference 2024. Prepare to gain valuable insights and engage in meaningful discussions! 🗣️🌟

🎬 Behind the Scenes of the Cross-Border Impact Reports Pitch Video! We’re thrilled to share a sneak peek into the making of the pitch video for this year’s Cross-Border Impact Reports! With amazing collaboration, Ron Ramaekers 📸 expertly captured the essence of cross-border cooperation, supported by inspiring insights from speakers like Margaux Furlan and our dedicated team. These videos bring to life the importance of seamless cross-border partnerships, and we can’t wait to share the final product with you all at the ITEM Annual Conference on November 22! 🚀 Want to see the result and dive into impactful discussions on cross-border cooperation? Register now for the conference and join us for a day filled with insights and networking: https://lnkd.in/eWJWVAWU Susanne Sivonen, Pim Mertens, Sander Kramer, Math Noortmann. #ITEM2024 #CrossBorderCooperation #BehindTheScenes #ImpactReports