Finnish Presidency 2023-2024
On 1 July 2023, Finland takes over the presidency of the CBSS from Germany. Read more about the Presidency's goals and priorities.
Council of the Baltic Sea StatesBuilding collaboration and trust
The Council of the Baltic Sea States is an intergovernmental political forum for regional cooperation. Consisting of 10 Member States and the European Union, it supports a regional perspective on global challenges.
Culture for Resilience Forum 2024
The Culture for Resilience Forum 2024 in Jakobstad, Finland on 7-8 May 2024 will focus on the role of culture in enhancing societal resilience and community strength.
CBSS Youth Ministerial 2024
Want to have your say at the highest level? Registration for the CBSS Youth Ministerial 2024 in Helsinki is now open, offering a unique opportunity for young individuals from the BSR.
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The CBSS' work is guided by its three long-term priorities: Regional Identity, Sustainable & Prosperous Region, and Safe & Secure Region.
Regional Identity
To foster a Baltic Sea Region identity and intensify contacts supporting its further development.
Safe & Secure Region
To enhance societal security and safety in the Baltic Sea Region.
Sustainable & Prosperous Region
To develop the Baltic Sea Region as a model region of sustainable societies.
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Celebrating 50 Years of HELCOM: Empowering Youth Voices for Environmental Stewardship
A celebration to mark and reflect on the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Convention and HELCOM is set to take place on 25 April 2024 in Riga. This event commemorates the landmark signing of the Convention and establishing of the Baltic Marine Environment Protection Commission (HELCOM), recognising the pivotal role that youth play in shaping the future of the Baltic Sea.
Socially Resilient Communities: Apply for the BSR Cultural Pearls 2025 Title
The BSR Cultural Pearls project, co-financed by Interreg Baltic Sea Region, is opening its second call for applications, marking the beginning of the search for cities to be awarded the Cultural Pearls 2025 title.
CBSS Youth Ministerial 2024: Elevating Young Voices in Policy Dialogue
Want to have your say at the highest level? Registrations for the CBSS Youth Ministerial 2024 are now open, offering a unique opportunity for young individuals aged 18 to 29 from the Baltic Sea Region (BSR) to engage in meaningful dialogue and contribute to policy development.
Join the Baltic Sea Parliamentary Youth Forum 2024 in Helsingør, Denmark
Register now for the Baltic Sea Parliamentary Youth Forum 2024 and take an active role in addressing pressing issues such as resilience, energy security, and climate change. Young innovators and active minds from the Baltic Sea Region, aged 18 to 29, are invited to apply for this all-expenses-paid experience in the parliamentary world.
50th Anniversary Celebration of HELCOM
A celebration to mark and reflect on the 50th anniversary of the Helsinki Convention and HELCOM is set to take place on 25 April 2024 in Riga.
RDI Seminar on Comprehensive Security and Societal Resilience
Join a RDI Seminar on Comprehensive Security and Societal Resilience on 25-26 April 2024 at the Laurea University of Applied Sciences in Espoo, Finland.
Culture for Resilience Forum 2024
The Culture for Resilience Forum 2024, an event which will focus on the role of culture in societal resilience and community strengthening, is set to take place in Jakobstad, Finland on 7-8 May 2024. Registration is now open.
CBSS Youth Ministerial 2024
Young individuals aged 18 to 29 from the Baltic Sea Region will gather in Helsinki to engage in meaningful dialogue and contribute to policy development.
