Mediterranean Sea Basin Programme

Interreg NEXT Mediterranean Sea Basin (MED) Programme 2021-2027, operating under the European Neighbourhood Instrument (ENI), has a total budget of €253 million. The program fosters cross-border cooperation among Mediterranean countries, focusing on sustainable development, regional cooperation, and addressing common challenges. It promotes economic growth and social cohesion while enhancing environmental protection through projects focused on climate change adaptation, biodiversity, pollution reduction, and sustainable resource management.

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Main Priorities:

1. Promoting Economic and Social Development:

   • Support for SMEs, entrepreneurship, and innovation in sectors like tourism, agri-food, and the blue economy.

   • Encouraging cross-border trade and improving market access for businesses across the region.

2. Environmental Sustainability:

   • Initiatives aimed at protecting biodiversity, promoting sustainable use of natural resources, and reducing pollution in the Mediterranean.

   • Supporting projects focused on climate change adaptation and mitigating environmental risks.

3. Enhancing Cross-Border Cooperation:

   • Strengthening regional ties by fostering cooperation between public authorities, NGOs, educational institutions, and businesses.

   • Promoting knowledge-sharing and best practices in areas like governance, education, and regional development.

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Eligible Area:

The geographical coverage of the Interreg NEXT MED Programme includes both EU and non-EU countries around the Mediterranean Sea:

Member States:

• Cyprus: Entire territory.

• France: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Occitanie, Corsica.

• Greece: Attiki, Voreio Aigaio, Notio Aigaio, Kriti, Anatoliki Makedonia, Thraki, Kentriki Makedonia, Dytiki Makedonia, Ipeiros, Thessalia, Ionia Nisia, Dytiki Elláda, Sterea Elláda, Peloponnisos.

• Italy: Liguria, Campania, Puglia, Basilicata, Calabria, Sicilia, Sardegna, Toscana, Lazio.

• Malta: Entire territory.

• Portugal: Algarve.

• Spain: Cataluña, Comunitat Valenciana, Illes Balears, Andalucía, Región de Murcia, Ciudad de Ceuta, Ciudad de Melilla.

Partner Countries:

• Algeria: Tlemcen, Ain-Temouchent, Oran, Mostaganem, Chlef, Tipaza, Boumerdes, Tizi Ouzou, Bejaia, Jijel, Skikda, Annaba, El-Tarf, Alger.

• Egypt: Matruh, Alexandria, Behera, Kafr-el-sheikh, Sharkia, Dakahlia, Damietta, Ismailia, Port Said, Cairo.

• Israel: Entire territory.

• Jordan: Entire territory.

• Lebanon: Entire territory.

• Libya: Tripoli, Misrata, Benghazi, Tobruk.

• Morocco: Tangier-Tétouan-Al Hoceima, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Oriental.

• Palestine: West Bank and Gaza Strip.

• Syria: Latakia, Tartus, Aleppo.

• Tunisia: Zaghouan, Kairouan, Sidi Bouzid, Manouba, Siliana, Le Kef, Gafsa, Kebili, Tataouine, Jendouba, Beja, Bizerte, Ariana, Tunis, Ben Arous, Nabeul, Sousse, Monastir, Mahdia, Sfax, Gabes, Medenine.

• Türkiye: Tekirdağ, Edirne, Kırklareli, Balıkesir, Çanakkale, Izmir, Aydın, Denizli, Muğla, Manisa, Afyonkarahisar, Kütahya, Uşak, Antalya, Isparta, Burdur, Adana, Mersin, Hatay, Kahramanmaraş, Osmaniye.

 

Eligible Applicants:

The following entities are eligible to apply for cross-border projects under the program:

• Public authorities: Local, regional, and national authorities involved in areas like economic development, environmental protection, and governance.

• Non-governmental organisations (NGOs): Civil society organisations working on environmental, social, or economic issues.

• Educational and research institutions: Universities, research centers, and vocational training institutes.

• Business associations and chambers of commerce: Organisations supporting business development, innovation, and trade.

• Public service providers: Entities providing public services, including water management, waste treatment, and energy supply.

This program aims to strengthen Mediterranean regional integration, promote sustainability, and support innovation by encouraging collaboration between Mediterranean countries and regions.