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Multiple times per year, AER brings together regions, so that they may stand stronger together, and grow in a space of best practice exchange.
[REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN] General Assembly, Bureau & AER 40th Anniversary | Maribor Innovation Forum | 17-19 June 2025
17 June 08:00 - 19 June 17:00
Celebrating 40 Years of Connecting Regions, Inspiring Europe
Since 1985, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) has proudly amplified the voice of Europe’s regions. For four decades, the AER championed interregional cooperation as catalyst for deeper European integration, better governance, and more inclusive societies.
As 2025 marks a historic milestone, the AER and Eastern Slovenia warmly invite all members and partners to Maribor, on 17-19 June, to celebrate our legacy and shape the future of the AER as a pan-European, independent network.
2025 General Assembly & Spring Bureau meeting | Maribor Innovation Forum
Recognized as European Best Green Capital and Tree City of the World, Maribor’s commitment to sustainable innovation offers the perfect backdrop to a landmark edition of the General Assembly and Spring Bureau meeting 2025. From 17 to 19 June, their discussions will be enriched by the insights and reflections of the Maribor Innovation Forum, a high-level conference on how to foster place-based innovation and enable European competitiveness with regions’ expertise.
The 2025 General Assembly and Spring Bureau meeting will take place on 18 June and they will mark the election of the new political leadership of the Assembly of European Regions, including the renewal of its Presidency, Executive Board and Political Bureau.
* Draft Agenda (subject to change for organizational reasons)
IMPORTANT TRAVEL INFORMATION
June is high touristic season in Maribor and Slovenia. Please make sure to book your accommodation ahead of time. The host region have secured favorable rates at the following establishments. When booking, please specify that you will be attending the AER event.
B&B hotel Maribor *** (https://www.hotel-bb.com/en/hotel/maribor)
Hotel Maribor**** (https://www.hotelmaribor.si/en/)
Hotel City **** (https://www.hotelcitymb.si/)
Hotel Orel *** (https://hotel.hotel-orel.si/en/)
For questions, contact the AER Communications Coordinator Barbara Polin.
