Danube Strategy Point – A Secretariat for the Danube Region

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The Danube Strategy Point (DSP) is the secretariat of the EUSDR and a strategic working unit for the implementation, communication, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation of the EUSDR. DSP supports both the core strategic decision-makers (NCs) and the operational-thematic level (PACs). Also, DSP enhances the connection of the EUSDR to the EC (DG REGIO) and the DRP. DSP secures and supports smooth and efficient communication and coordination among the (TRIO) PCY, the EC, NCs, PACs (SGs) and further (core) stakeholders. Through its communication activities DSP reaches out to the wider public as well as to specific target groups and also serves as first point of contact. DSP offers technical support to PAs and supports the development of capacities of all actors involved. Taking into account the multiple challenges posed by different fields and their interconnected nature, DSP also provides necessary cross-thematic and cross-pillar exchange, where needed. Special focus is laid on support and capacity building for non-EU states. Through its wide range of activities, its stakeholder reach-out and support in core processes within EUSDR implementation and its Action Plan, DSP also elaborates and provides information, expertise, studies and data to the NCs, for streamlining and supporting the operational and political decision-making processes. DSP supports the alignment of the Strategy and funding instruments (Embedding) by facilitating the exchange and cooperation with EU programmes and the responsible authorities. DSP also provides support for closer collaboration with a wide range of strategic actors, organisations, initiatives as well as other MRS. DSP’s day-to-day work follows in close cooperation with the incumbent EUSDR Presidency while ensuring the institutional memory of the EUSDR and its operability. Since 2018, DSP is hosted by two initiator states of the EUSDR: City of Vienna and Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration of Romania.

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