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The EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region is an agreement between the EU member states bordering the Baltic Sea and the European Commission. It fosters cooperation and finds common solutions to joint challenges on a regional level.
The Strategy has three objectives:
- Save the Sea
- Connect the Region
- Increase Prosperity
To achieve these objectives, the Strategy’s Action Plan identifies the most important actions for implementation. The actions are thematically divided into Policy Areas (PAs) which are all linked and contribute to achieving these objectives from different angles and in diverse ways.
The Strategy was the first macro-regional strategy and approved by the European Council in 2009 following a Communication from the European Commission. It was set up as a unique platform for cooperation and coordination with open and transparent participation, inclusiveness, and a multi-level governance approach. The Strategy contributes to a better division of labour and reduces overlaps among existing networks and organisations in the region.
Each year one member state takes over the Presidency in the Strategy for twelve months. Currently, Poland is holding the Presidency.
Source: https://eusbsr.eu/about/