A new episode of the “RU READY” podcasts by DIADYMA SA highlights the contribution of European programmes to the development of Western Macedonia, focusing on the Interreg IPA “Greece- North Macedonia” programme and the importance of cross-border cooperation.
🎙️ The episode features Eleftheria Votsari, Programme’s Communication officer, who explains the philosophy and operation of INTERREG programmes. She also analyzes the opportunities they offer to public and private stakeholders, as well as the main challenges faced during project implementation.
📍 Special emphasis is placed on the importance of cross-border cooperation, especially for regions like Western Macedonia that are undergoing economic transition. The episode also presents characteristic examples of projects in the fields of healthcare, environment, entrepreneurship, and tourism, which have contributed to strengthening infrastructure and services.