About the High-Level Conference – Defending Democratic Resilience in the Age of Disinformation | 2 June 2026

European democracy is under growing pressure. Strengthening the protection of our democratic principles is essential for maintaining the social fabric and countering the forces of extremism and polarisation that threaten the very foundation of our societies. 

From 2 to 4 June 2026, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) and the Timiș County Council will offer regional leaders and stakeholders the opportunity to explore how regions can reinforce the resilience and responsiveness of our democracies, forming multi-level democratic partnerships among academia, civil society and media.

Your contribution to the High-Level Conference

As representatives of regional governments and their key partners, participants are invited to share their experiences on the impact of disinformation on democracy, taking inspiration from the questions listed here. Interested participants will have the opportunity to share these experiences during the conference.

About the AER General Assembly & Spring Bureau meeting 2026 | 3 June 2026

The AER General Assembly and Spring Bureau meeting 2026 will take place on Wednesday, 3 June.

Practical Information

How to get to Timișoara (TM)

• Fly direct flights to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR) from European airports:
  Munich, Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden, Dortmund, Nuremberg, Frankfurt-Hahn, Istanbul, Rome, Bari, Milano, Napoli, Bologna, Treviso, Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, Brussels, Pari, Beauvais, Basel, London Luton, Bucharest
• You can fly to one of the nearest airports and then take a rental car to Timișoara:
  Belgrade Airport (BEG): ~163 km, ~2h50 by car Budapest Airport (BUD): ~277 km, ~3h12 by car 

Where to sleep in Timișoara

• Use the code “ARE2026” before 31 May 2026 when booking with the hotels listed here.

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