Council of the Baltic Sea StatesBuilding collaboration and trust
The Council of the Baltic Sea States is an intergovernmental political organisation for regional cooperation. Consisting of 10 Member States and the European Union, it supports a regional perspective on global challenges.
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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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Foreign Minister Tsahkna: the Estonian Presidency is heading the report on the future of the CBSS at a historic moment
Today 20 January, Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna met with the high-level rapporteurs of the Council of the Baltic Sea States (CBSS) President Toomas Hendrik Ilves and Gabrielius Landsbergis to discuss the process of composing a report on the future of the CBSS. The meeting was followed by a public discussion moderated by Gustav Lindström, Director General of the Stockholm-based Secretariat of the CBSS.
Future Orientation of the CBSS: Ilves and Landsbergis to Prepare Report
Ilves and Landsbergis will prepare a report on the future of the Council of the Baltic Sea States.
MUNI-RISK: Addressing the Risks of Munitions in the Baltic Sea
The new MUNI-RISK project looks into the environmental and safety risks of submerged munitions in the Baltic Sea.
Conference in Riga to Address Child Participation in Disaster Risk Reduction
A conference in Riga will explore how children’s involvement can strengthen DRR efforts and build more resilient communities. Register now.
Strengthening Resilience: Child Participation in Disaster Risk Reduction
We are pleased to announce the two-day conference: Strengthening Resilience: Child Participation in Disaster Risk Reduction, in Riga on 28-29 January 2025.
Webinar: Final findings from 2KNOW research on offenders of online sexual violence against children
Join us as we share the final insights from research on active offenders of online crimes of sexual violence against children gathered in the 2KNOW project.
2KNOW Project Final Conference: From Knowledge to Action
Join us for the 2KNOW Project Final Conference on 4 February 2025 in Brussels (or online) hosted by Protect Children. Registration is now open!
