Dear STEP members,

We are pleased to invite you to the 7th Celebration of the European Territorial Cooperation Day. Тhe Ministry of Local Self-Government in North Macedonia, in cooperation with the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in Albania, the operational structures responsible for the implementation of this IPA Cross-Border Programme, announces the organization of the 7th celebration of the “European Territorial Cooperation Day”, aiming to celebrate the results of the successful territorial cooperation, which will be held on October, 2021 in the “Main pedestrian street” in Korça, Albania. We will announce the specific date additionally.

This promotional event includes:

– Welcome speeches/remarks on behalf of coordinator institutions such as the Operating Structures (MoLSG and MEFA), EU Delegations to both countries and Municipality of Korça.

– Fair of handcrafts and gastronomes of exhibitors from both countries.

– Fair of presentation of the results of 5 CBC projects on both countries.

– Performances of folklore and music groups.

The interested artisans should submit their application (attached) for the participation on the event not later than Wednesday, 29th of September 2021. 

Due to the current COVID 19 situation, the event will be held outdoors on a large scale. Standards and recommendations will be taken into account, as well as currently valid measures for the prevention of infections in accordance with the national instructions. Please be informed that all participants that will attend the event, shall meet the requirements of the country (Albania) and in compliance on the measure in force for passing the border.

We are looking forward to seeing you in Korça!