European Week of Regions and Cities 2026 – Panel Discussion Smart Regions: How Digitalization and Innovation Are Reshaping Europe

This panel brings together regional and local stakeholders from EU Member States and candidate countries to exchange concrete policy examples, experiences and good practices on how digitalization, research, and innovation are transforming regions and communities.
The discussion will explore how digital solutions and innovation can contribute to more efficient public services, boost regional competitiveness, and support inclusive growth. By sharing experiences and perspectives, participants will discuss approaches to strengthening cross-border cooperation and fostering smarter, more resilient regions, while creating opportunities for closer collaboration between EU Member States and candidate countries.
Host and Lead Partner: Representation of the AP Vojvodina in Brussels
Regional Partners:
- Bucharest-Ilfov Regional Development Agency
- Regional Office of the Warmińsko-Mazurskie Voivodeship in Brussels and Social Organisations Federation of Warmia and Mazury
- Representation of the Republic of Srpska in Brussels
Venue: Mission of the Republic of Serbia to the EU, Boulevard du Régent 53, 1000 Brussels
Date and Time: Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Registration: from 09:30
Panel discussion and video presentations: 10:00–12:00
Cocktail reception: from 12:00
You can register for the event via the following link: https://forms.gle/HR6mUGjBjcicDpcu9
*After submitting the registration form, you will receive a confirmation of your registration by email.



