Lilijana Madjar, Vice-President of the Assembly of European Regions (AER), took part in the Cohesion Alliance event “National and Regional Partnership Plans with Local and Regional Authorities at the Centre: Myth or Reality?” on 14 October 2026 at the European Committee of the Regions in Brussels. The discussion focused on the involvement of local and regional authorities in … [Read more...]
You will find below articles on events (past and future) organised by AER, our member regions and other networks, partners and organisations.
AER Vice President Johannes Sundelin Raises Housing Challenges Directly with EU Commissioner
The AER’s Vice President, Johannes Sundelin, took part in a dialogue with European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, on how the European Union can facilitate housing development and strengthen housing supply across Europe’s regions. During the meeting, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) highlighted the challenges many European regions face in meeting … [Read more...]
AER Vice President Johannes Sundelin Promotes Cross-Border Solutions for Europe’s Green Industrial Transition
Johannes Sundelin, Vice President of the Assembly of European Regions (AER) for Clean Industry, Transportation, Transition, Sustainability and Health, took part in EU Megaregions Day on 13 October 2026 to advocate for stronger cross-border cooperation as a key enabler of Europe’s green industrial transition. Representing the AER and the northern European Arctic regions, he … [Read more...]
No Generation Left Behind: regions and youth come together at the Summer Academy 2026 in Coma-Ruga, Catalonia
The AER Summer Academy 2026 took place from September 16 to September 19 in Coma-Ruga, Catalonia, and explored the European and regional dimensions of intergenerational fairness, linking an international debate to the concrete experiences of regional leaders and communities. Hosted by the Government of Catalonia through the Catalan Youth Agency, the AER Summer Academy 2026 … [Read more...]
Highlights of the 2026 Regions Forum – General Assembly & Spring Bureau meeting in Timiș
On 2-4 June 2026, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) and Timiș County Council convened the Regions Forum featuring the 2026 General Assembly, the Spring Bureau meeting, and the High-Level Conference ‘Defending Democratic Resilience in the Age of Disinformation’. About the 2026 General Assembly The General Assembly on 3 June 2026 marked a turning point in the … [Read more...]
🌱 A Taste of Fribourg: Innovation, Tradition and Sustainable Agriculture in the Heart of Switzerland
On 23–24 April, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) Task Force on Agriculture & Rural Development travelled to Fribourg, Switzerland, for an inspiring two-day study visit exploring the future of sustainable agriculture, regional gastronomy, and rural innovation. From cutting-edge food technology to world-famous Gruyère cheese, participants discovered how our hosts, the … [Read more...]
Beyond 2027: The Future of Cohesion Policy in the next EU budget
On 20 January 2026, the future of Cohesion Policy within the next EU long-term budget was at the centre of a high-level dialogue between AER President Lukas Mandl, CoR President Kata Tüttő, and prominent Members of the European Parliament committed to defending subsidiarity, multi-level governance, and the place-based approach beyond 2027. AER and CoR reaffirm the shared … [Read more...]
Highlights of the AER Autumn Events 2025
The nexus between the right to stay, territorial development and Cohesion Policy was at the core of AER Autumn Events 2025. On 9 and 10 December, regional representatives from across Europe met in Brussels to address key challenges, from the ongoing negotiations on the Multi-Annual Financial Framework to ensuring accessible and effective public services at a regional … [Read more...]
AER 40th Anniversary Debate: Regional Democracy in Action—the Future of Interregional Cooperation
There is no European democracy without regions. This is the core message of the AER 40th Anniversary Debate, hosted by AER President Lukas Mandl on 9 December 2025, which will gather regional and institutional representatives from across Europe at the Lower Austrian Liaison Office in Brussels. For forty years, AER has highlighted the role of regions in anchoring European … [Read more...]
Dialogue on Cohesion Policy Post-2027: Bridging Regions & the European Parliament
🏛️ AER Autumn Bureau Meeting 📅 10 December 2025 | 🕘 09:20 – 10:20 Shaping the Post-2027 Cohesion Policy Framework Cohesion Policy is one of the European Union’s most important instruments for strengthening economic, social, and territorial cohesion, fostering development, and reducing inequalities between regions. As discussions begin for the 2028–2034 … [Read more...]
No Services, No Stay: Turning Access Into a Right – AER Bureau debate
Official Launch of the AER Task Force on Access to Services📅 10 December 2025 | 🏛️ AER Autumn Bureau Meeting Building a Europe Where Everyone Has Access to Essential Services Access to quality essential services—education, healthcare, housing, transport, digital connectivity—is a cornerstone of well-being and equality. Yet, across Europe, many citizens in rural, … [Read more...]
Highlights of the 2025 Eurodyssey Forum and its 40th Anniversary | 1-3 October 2025 | Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
From 1 to 3 October 2025, over 100 participants from 18 regions across Europe gathered in Barcelona, Catalonia, for the Eurodyssey Forum and 40th Anniversary celebration - a milestone edition devoted to exploring how youth mobility strengthens regional competitiveness and fosters innovation across Europe. The Forum opened with welcoming remarks from Francesc Castellana … [Read more...]
Highlights of the AER 40th Anniversary & General Assembly 2025 | Maribor Innovation Forum
From 17 to 19 June, more than 150 representatives of European regions gathered in Maribor, Eastern Slovenia, to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Assembly of European Regions (AER). The anniversary was an opportunity to reflect upon the achievements of 40 years of interregional cooperation. It was also a source of inspiration for discussions of the 2025 General Assembly, … [Read more...]
Youth Regional Network General Assembly 2025: Changing the Present to Shape the Future
The Youth Regional Network (YRN) General Assembly took place in Brussels on 3-4 April 2025, bringing together young leaders and activists from across Europe for two days of cultural exchange, capacity building, and democratic participation. The event kicked off on Thursday with a flavorful cultural potluck, where participants shared traditional dishes from their regions, … [Read more...]
AER Elections 2025 – Shape the Future of Our Network
An Electoral General Assembly on the occasion of the AER 40th Anniversary The 2025 AER General Assembly in Maribor (Eastern Slovenia) will mark the election of the new political leadership of the Assembly of European Regions (AER), including its Presidency, Executive Board and Political Bureau. Deadline to apply for the AER Presidency and AER Executive … [Read more...]
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