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Regional Cooperation Council (RCC) serves regional cooperation in South East Europe to spark development and growth to the benefit of its people

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RCC Secretary General @amer_kap for @TheEconomist on EU integration, #WesternBalkans, #BerlinProcess and more.

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[Amer Kapetanovic @amer_kap]

Honoured by The Economist’s invitation to contribute ahead of the Berlin Process Summit in London. I tried to explain why regional cooperation remains vital -and how it can help the Balkans finally lay its ghosts to rest.

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RCC hosted @GreeceMFA Minister George Gerapetritis today in #Sarajevo, where he was welcomed by RCC Secretary General @amer_kap

The meeting focused on regional cooperation in #SouthEastEurope, European integration of the #WesternBalkans, role of the #SEECP, and more ⏭️ “Through SEECP, SEE2030 Strategy and the RCC’s regional programmes, we are building a more connected, resilient and competitive region, firmly anchored in our shared European future,” said RCC SG.

Continued political and institutional support of Greece, as a founding participant of the SEECP and an RCC Board participant remains essential for organisation’s ability to respond to regional challenges and deliver tangible benefits to citizens and businesses.

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RCC Secretary General @amer_kap at the Berlin Process Ministerial Forum on the Creative Economy, hosted by Montenegro as this year’s Chair of the Berlin Process, organised by @resorkulture today in #HercegNovi ⏭️ bringing together ministers responsible for culture and representatives from the #WB6 and the rest of Europe to discuss the role of creative industries in sustainable development, youth employment and regional competitiveness.

“Creative industries are not marginal cultural activities. They create jobs, generate exports, attract visitors, strengthen the region’s image and give young people a reason to stay and build their future here. Creativity is not decoration. Creativity is competitiveness.” said RCC SG

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As part of the Adria Future Summit, RCC Secretary General @amer_kap spoke for a podcast conversation developed in cooperation with Manas Chawla of @LDNPolitica.

The conversation covers the history and work of the RCC, what regional cooperation delivers in practice across the #CommonRegionalMarket, the #GreenAgenda for the #WesternBalkans, connectivity, mobility, energy and security, and how trust is built between governments that do not always agree.

On the region's relationship with the EU, Kapetanović is direct: "You pretend you will accept us, we pretend we will join. We need to end this vicious circle." But he is not without optimism: "And I believe Montenegro will break it."

Check out the full episode 👉🏻 https://t.co/rjwJ9pFlQv

The RCC is a partner of the @adriafuture2026 and works with Sustineri Partners on activities across the region, supporting businesses to grow, strengthening sustainability, and engaging young people.

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RCC Secretary General @amer_kap welcomed @ITU Head of Office for Europe, @JaroslawPONDER today at RCC HQ in #Sarajevo ⏭️ the two discussed opportunities to strengthen cooperation in advancing digital transformation across the region, with a focus on connectivity, innovation, digital skills, and creating an enabling environment for inclusive digital growth.
As digital transformation continues to reshape societies and economies, regional cooperation remains essential to ensuring that no one is left behind.

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[UNDP in Montenegro @UNDP_Montenegro]

@RYCOwb @SportiMladi @EUAmbME @maidagorcevic @UKinMontenegro @UN_Montenegro @rccint @GERambMNE We thank @RYCOwb for the partnership & joint efforts in empowering young people.

Together with @SportiMladi , @EUAmbME , @UN_Montenegro , @UNPeacebuilding , @rccint & other partners, we continue to strengthen youth participation, social cohesion, and regional cooperation

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This week, #Sofia was the place to be for all things #RegionalCooperation, as leaders, ministers, regional partners and government representatives from #SouthEastEurope gathered for the RCC’s 18th Annual Meeting, followed by the #SEECP Leaders Summit and the Ministers of Foreign Affairs meeting.

We looked back at 30 years of SEECP to mark three decades of regional cooperation and everything it has achieved, while also taking the opportunity to look ahead at what it can become.

It was a privilege to hear RCC participants and partners acknowledge our work and dedication, commend the contribution to strengthening cooperation, coordination and delivery in the region, and support RCC’s continued work in turning political priorities into practical results.

Good. Better. Regional.

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Leaders of the South-East European Cooperation Process Participants, adopted the SEECP Sofia Summit Declaration in #Sofia today, marking 30 years of regional ownership and reaffirming the continued importance of cooperation, stability, security and sustainability across #SouthEastEurope.

Speaking at the Summit, RCC Secretary General @amer_kap said that SEE has a functioning regional cooperation mechanism, concrete deliverables, clear public support and steady backing from governments, but that the scale and speed of global change require a stronger strategic response, adding “Thirty years ago, SEECP helped restore the habit of dialogue. Today, it must help build the habit of strategic delivery. Regional cooperation is not a slogan. It is a necessity,”

The SEECP leaders endorsed the RCC Annual Report, commended RCC’s contribution to strengthening cooperation, coordination and delivery in the region, and expressed support for RCC’s continued work in turning political priorities into practical results.

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Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the South-East European Cooperation Process, at the meeting held under the Bulgarian Chairmanship-in-Office today in #Sofia endorsed the SEECP Summit Declaration, welcomed the RCC Annual Report and expressed support for RCC’s continued role in translating regional political ownership into coordination, continuity and delivery.

Addressing the meeting, RCC Secretary General @amer_kap said that 30 years of SEECP should be seen not only as an anniversary, but as a moment to adjust regional cooperation to a new strategic reality, adding: “Thirty years later, regional ownership has produced the Regional Cooperation Council as its most distinctive institutional product, with tangible results from SEE2030 and free roaming to green alignment and security cooperation. The task before us now is to make that ownership even more strategic, more focused and more useful to our citizens and markets,”

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Today in #Sofia for the 18th RCC Annual Meeting, co-chaired with the Bulgarian Chairmanship-in-Office of the SEECP 👉🏻 where participants endorsed the RCC Annual Report, approved the SEE2030 Strategy Mid-Term Update and Mid-Term Implementation Report, and took note of our work and practical results for citizens and businesses across #SouthEastEurope.

Opening the meeting, RCC Secretary General @amer_kap said the past year confirmed the importance of regional cooperation as a strategic tool for addressing shared challenges and positioning the region in a rapidly changing global context, adding “Our focus now must be on implementation, results and investment; on regional initiatives that make cooperation visible and useful to citizens, businesses and institutions.”

It was a pleasure to hear RCC participants and partners acknowledge RCC’s work and dedication, including @MFABulgaria Minister, @vpetrova_mfa, who underlined that “RCC has consistently provided a regional backbone for cooperation, serving as a highly effective platform for dialogue and joint action” and @eu_enlargement_ Commissioner @MartaKosEU who said “Window of enlargement is open to those who deliver reforms, and the Common Regional Market is an important part of that process, helping the region prepare for deeper integration into the EU Single Market while improving people’s lives.

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Tomorrow in #Sofia for the 18th RCC Annual Meeting taking place ahead of the SEECP Summit and Meeting of Ministers of Foreign Affairs 👉🏻 bringing regional cooperation and shared priorities into focus, reflecting on progress, and advancing cooperation across #SouthEastEurope.

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[Ognjen Markovic @OgiMarkovic7]

It was a great pleasure to be part of Western Balkans Youth Forum in Budva last week on behalf of @rccint 😍
On this annual occasion, now already traditionally, we all gather together to discuss and find ways for improving #youth participation 🤝

Thank you for having me 👋

[RCC @rccint]

Today in #Struga for the 23rd COSAP hosted by @SobranieRSM ⏭️ bringing together parliamentary representatives from #SouthEastEurope for a conference focused on the role of parliaments in advancing regional cooperation, European integration, connectivity, green transition and economic resilience

RCC Secretary General @amer_kap in his welcome remarks underlined that COSAP remains an important platform, but that its future relevance depends on its ability to move beyond exchange of views and contribute more directly to the delivery of regional reforms.

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Take a peek into the Launch Event of the #ESAP3 2026 PES Benchlearning Cycle in the #WesternBalkansSix

@rccESAP project is implemented by RCC & #fundedbyEU

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RCC Secretary General @amer_kap met with @Bertbuch, @Elysee Adviser and @troccazrene, France’s Special Envoy for the Western Balkans today in #Paris ⏭️ to discuss shared priorities, regional growth and new opportunities to deliver tangible results through #RegionalCooperation across #SouthEastEurope.
Glad to see France’s continued support for regional cooperation, both as an important partner and as a participant in the RCC Board.

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[Amer Kapetanovic @amer_kap]

Honoured to host Minister @benjaminhaddad at the RCC. A consistent advocate of the European future of South East Europe and the Western Balkans, his visit sends a strong message of France’s enduring engagement in our region. At a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty, such commitment to cooperation, connectivity, and European integration matters more than ever.

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Following the Fireside Talk, Minister Delegate & RCC SG held a bilateral meeting focused on EU enlargement momentum, France’s continued engagement in the region and more.

France is an important partner and a participant in the RCC Board, supporting regional cooperation as a tool for stability, connectivity and a stronger European future of #SouthEastEurope.

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RCC hosted @francediplo Minister Delegate for Europe @benjaminhaddad today in #Sarajevo ⏭️ for a meeting with RCC Secretary General @amer_kap and Fireside Talk with youth from #WesternBalkansSix

Minister Delegate Haddad, RCC SG Kapetanović and #WB6 youth talked on EU, regional cooperation, youth participation, and the future of the region ⏭️ at Fireside talk organised by EU-funded and RCC-implemented #WBYL2 project.

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[UNDP SEESAC @UNDP_SEESAC]

"Security cooperation must remain practical, professional and result-oriented. We need stronger use of existing mechanisms, better connection between training and daily work, and faster exchange between institutions facing the same threats." – Mr Aner Zuković, RCC

[UNDP SEESAC @UNDP_SEESAC]

Borders are only as strong as the cooperation behind them 🌎🤝

That is why, today in Sarajevo, customs & border police representatives meet to share practices, identify risks and strengthen joint action against illicit firearms trafficking 👇

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