BSSSC Board Meeting in Brussels: Key Takeaways and Future Steps

On December 11, 2024, the BSSSC Board Meeting took place at Hanse Office in Brussels, gathering representatives from across the Baltic Sea region. Discussions centered on regional cooperation, youth involvement and key policy updates.

Strengthening Regional Cooperation

The board reviewed and approved minutes from previous meetings in Kiel and Cēsis. A new observer, Sławomir Demkowicz-Dobrzanski from Euroregion Baltic, provided insights on joint activities within the EUSBSR framework.

Youth Participation & Policy Initiatives

The BSSSC Youth and BSRYF emphasized the need for systematic youth involvement in decision-making. The board supported initiatives for permanent youth advisory roles and increased funding mechanisms.

Key policy discussions included:

• Cohesion Policy: Commitment to territorial cooperation post-2027.

• Offshore Wind Energy: Addressing industry challenges and fostering collaboration.

• Ukraine Cooperation: Plans for 2025 include regional partnerships and youth engagement.

Looking Ahead

Confirmed upcoming events:

• Spring Youth Event in Brandenburg (April 26-30, 2025)

• Annual Conference & Engagement Day in Pomerania (October 27-28, 2025)

• EUSBSR Annual Forum in Pomerania (October 29-30, 2025)

The meeting reaffirmed BSSSC’s commitment to cross-border collaboration, sustainable development, and stronger youth involvement in the Baltic Sea region.