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The Central European Initiative (CEI) is a regional intergovernmental forum established in 1989, following the fall of the Berlin wall. It gathers 17 Member States in Central, Eastern, and South-Eastern Europe to promote regional cooperation for EU integration and sustainable development.

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The CEI seeks to fulfill its mission - fostering European integration and boosting sustainable development in its Member States - through political dialogue, multilateral diplomacy, funding, and the implementation of concrete projects and initiatives with a tangible impact on its region.

It focuses on achieving the goals set by its Plan of Action.

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Politica Agenda

Defines the joint line of action among the Member States in accomplishing the two strategic goals, while also tackling regional and global challenges.

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Thematic Agenda

Seeks to contribute to European integration and sustainable development especially by promoting economic, environmental and social cohesion while emphasising security, democratic values, and opportunities for youth.

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In order to meet its mission the CEI cooperates at institutional level through a 4-pillar system and strategic partnerships:

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Project-based Cooperation

The CEI is able to achieve the goals set in its Plan of Action thanks to its diverse funds and instruments:

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22-09-2026
Trieste-Belgrado, il corridoio che può unire l’Europa ai Balcani occidentali — IT
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21-09-2026
Europe cannot be strong without the Western Balkans: Dal Mas (CEI) — EN
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Vacancy: opportunity to join Project Management Office of the CEI-Executive Secretariat. Project expert (6 months CO.CO.CO.)
Deadline: 30 Sep 2026

BIOSTARS Youth Innovators Call now open!
Deadline: 31 Oct 2026

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30 Years of Cooperation and Commitment

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Dal Mas at Friends of the Western Balkans Meeting (New York, 21 September 2026)

Secretary General Dal Mas at "Friends of the Western Balkans" Meeting: connectivity and a stronger Europe at core of CEI priorities

Governmental Dimension | 22 Sep, 2026

On 21 September in New York, Secretary General Franco Dal Mas participated in the meeting of the "Friends of the Western Balkans", convened by Italian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Intern

Vacancy: opportunity to join Project Management Office of the CEI-Executive Secretariat. Project expert (6 months CO.CO.CO.)

Project Management | 16 Sep, 2026

The CEI-Executive Secretariat (CEI-ES) is looking for a qualified Project Expert to join the team of the Project Management Office (PMO) and contribute to the implementation of the following projects:

DSG Pejovic joins young diplomats under Romanian Presidency (Bucharest, 15 September 2026)

DSG Pejović joins young diplomats in Bucharest under Romanian Presidency

Governmental Dimension | 16 Sep, 2026

The 31st edition of the “Nicolae Titulescu” International Courses for Young Diplomats is taking place in Bucharest on 13–19 September 2026, bringing t

Ukrainian Ambassador Ihor Brusylo visits Secretariat

Governmental Dimension | 14 Sep, 2026

The Ambassador of Ukraine to Italy, Ihor Brusylo, visited the CEI-Executive Secretariat in Trieste on 14 September 2026.

Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha visits the CEI Executive Secretariat in Trieste (9 September 2026)

Albanian Foreign Minister Ferit Hoxha visits Secretariat in Trieste

Governmental Dimension | 09 Sep, 2026

On 9 September 2026, Albania’s Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Ferit Hoxha, visited the CEI - Executive Secretariat in Trieste today, where he was welcomed by Secretary General Franco Dal Mas.

LINK-AGE Project kicks off in Treviso

Project Management | 04 Sep, 2026

On 3–4 September 2026, the LINK-AGE Project, co-financed by the Interreg Central Europe Programme, officially launched its activities with a Kick-off Meeting held in Treviso, Italy.

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The Central European Initiative (CEI) is a regional intergovernmental forum of 17 Member States in Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe - European integration and sustainable development through regional cooperation.

CEI Mission
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The Central European Initiative (CEI) is a regional intergovernmental forum of 17 Member States* in Central, Eastern and South-Eastern Europe.
Its two main strategic goals focus on fostering European integration and promoting sustainable development through regional cooperation.

*Belarus suspended

POLITICAL AGENDA

Defines the joint line of action among the Member States in accomplishing the two strategic goals, while also tackling regional and global challenges.

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THEMATIC AGENDA

Seeks to contribute to European integration and sustainable development especially by promoting economic, environmental and social cohesion while emphasising security, democratic values, and opportunities for youth.

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Keep up-to-date with the latest news and highlights from the Central European Initiative.

Open Calls

Vacancy: opportunity to join Project Management Office of the CEI-Executive Secretariat. Project expert (6 months CO.CO.CO.)
Deadline: 30 Sep 2026
BIOSTARS Youth Innovators Call now open!
Deadline: 31 Oct 2026

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Annual Report of the Secretary General 2025
Annual Report of the CEI Fund at the EBRD 2025
CHAIR’S STATEMENT – CEI SECRETARIAT 30 YEARS
Joint Statement adopted at CEI Ministers of Foreign Affairs Meeting 2025
CEI Cooperation Fund: 30 activities approved

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Ukrainian Ambassador Ihor Brusylo visits Secretariat

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22
New York (USA)
Opening of the 81st Session of the UN General Assembly, 5th Plenary Meeting
Sep
22
Chișinău (Moldova)
"CEI Fund at the EBRD contributed by Italy" Presentation of Operations
Sep
23
Tirana (Albania)
"CEI Fund at the EBRD contributed by Italy" Presentation of Operations
Sep
23
New York (USA)
"Sixth Summit of the Crimea Platform" on the Sidelines of the 81st UNGA
Sep
23 ‒ 24
Koper (Slovenia)
ASAP, Second Anti-Pollution Exercise at Sea

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21 Sep | 21:26Merz vows to keep ruling coalition together for 'democratic future' of Germany
21 Sep | 21:07Europe cannot be strong without the Western Balkans: Dal Mas (CEI)
21 Sep | 19:23Poland aims to host 15,000 US soldiers on its territory: minister

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