News 05 August 2026
New video series explains how cooperation actions work in practice
How can Interreg programmes work more closely with mainstream funding programmes? A new series of four short interviews explores the practical approaches that help strengthen cooperation across Cohesion Policy.
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Stoyan Kanatov
Interact
Recorded during the Cooperation Actions in Action event organised by Interact in Nice in May 2026, the interviews feature Miguel Avila (DG REGIO) and Kristaps Rocan (Interreg Europe). Together, they explain key concepts behind cooperation actions and share practical examples from their experience.
The series covers:
- Why embedding matters: how cooperation can help successful approaches become part of mainstream programmes.
- Different cooperation mechanisms: including parallel calls, joint calls and money transfers.
- Pilot actions: how the Interreg Europe programme supports testing and transferring good practices.
- Support for programmes: the coaching and peer review services available through Interact and Interreg Europe.
The videos are intended for programme staff, project partners and policymakers interested in strengthening cooperation and increasing the impact of Cohesion Policy.
Header photo: Miguel Avila, DG REGIO and Kristaps Rocan, Interreg Europe, speaking at the Interact event Cooperation Actions in Action in Nice in May 2026. © Interact Programme