Support for R&I policy making in the Western Balkans

Last updated: 21.7.2025
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The 'Support for R&I policy making in the Western Balkans' program, part of Horizon Europe, aims to enhance research and innovation (R&I) capacities and policy-making in the Western Balkans. It drives structural changes towards more competitive and attractive R&I systems, fostering EU integration and regional growth. The initiative uniquely integrates R&I with education, culture, youth, and sport.

Who is Funded

This section provides an overview of the entities eligible for funding, the geographical scope of the program, and its key objectives. The program targets institutions and organizations within widening countries, specifically the Western Balkans, aiming to build robust R&I systems and foster closer links with the EU.

What is Funded

This section outlines the types of projects, thematic areas, and activities eligible for funding, along with the expected stages of supported initiatives. The program focuses on enhancing research and innovation ecosystems, promoting capacity building, and driving policy reforms in key sectors across the Western Balkans.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section details the nature of financial support available, including the funding type, amount, and typical project duration. The program offers grant funding to support comprehensive policy approaches and capacity building in the Western Balkans.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases. Key conditions relate to application admissibility, consortium formation, and adherence to broader EU policies.

Application Procedure

This section provides a guide to the application process, from submission steps to the evaluation and selection of projects. It outlines where to find necessary documents and how decisions are made.

This section details the primary legal and official documents that establish and govern the 'Support for R&I policy making in the Western Balkans' program, ensuring its legitimacy and guiding its operational framework. It also explains where to access these foundational texts.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

5,000,000 €

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Competitive Tender

Region

Region:

Western Balkans

Sectors

Sectors:

Research and Development, Education and Vocational Training, Cultural Institutions, Other

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Policy Development, Capacity Building, Implementation, Basic Research, Applied Research, Experimental Development

Funding Provider

Program Level:

Multi-Country

Funding Body:

European Commission

Additional Partners:

JRC, Policy Support Facility, National and regional research programmes and initiatives, National agencies, Pertinent foundations, Charities, Transnational initiatives

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