The Programme

The Interreg IPA CBC Programme “Greece – Albania 2014 – 2020” supports the cooperation between the two countries. Under a common fund, the two countries join forces and capitalize on the advantages of the cross-border region to achieve benefits for both countries.

The projects (activities) approved under the Programme will be implemented in the following areas:
– Greece (regional units): Grevena, Kastoria, Florina, Arta, Thesprotia, Ioannina, Preveza, Zante, Corfu, Kefalonia, Lefkada
– Albania (Regions): Vlorë, Gjirokastër, KorçëandBerat

The proposed projects must include at least two bodies/ organisations, one per country and contribute to the Programme’s objectives:

• Increase the capacity of cross border infrastructure in transport, water and waste management
• Increase the effectiveness of environmental protection and sustainable use of natural resources
• Increase energy-efficiency and the use of RES
• Improve the effectiveness of risk prevention and disaster management with a focus on forest fires
• Preserve cultural and natural resources as a prerequisite for tourism development
• Support entrepreneurship, business survival and competitiveness.