From Vulnerability to Strategic Resilience
4 NOVEMBER 2026, BIAŁYSTOK
Europe’s strength begins at its eastern border. The second edition of the Forum is a pivotal step in forging a European response for regions in challenging neighborhoods. Join political and business leaders to implement the Regional Resilience Doctrine and transform geopolitical challenges into a strategic developmental asset for the Union. On November 4, 2026, in Białystok, we will define a new architecture for the cohesion and security of border regions.
Organizers: Podlaskie Voivodeship | City of Białystok
Zarezerwuj miejsce już dziś i bądź częścią kluczowej dyskusji o przyszłości wschodnich regionów UE.
Why take part?
Continuity and Impact – from discussion to concrete recommendations for the European Commission within the framework of the new cohesion policy.
Decision-maker Networking – a gathering of political, business, and financial institution leaders (EIB, EBRD) vital to the EU’s eastern flank.
Shaping the 2028–2034 Agenda – a tangible opportunity to participate in creating a dedicated Interreg objective for regions in challenging neighborhoods.
Czytaj dalej
In the spotlight
Regional Resilience Doctrine – recognizing civil security as an integral component of investment and the development of dual-use infrastructure.
Eastern Border Investment Lab – a competence center in Białystok, bridging regional projects with development capital.
Declaration of Regions in Challenging Neighborhoods – a package of legislative and financial solutions designed to strengthen the resilience of EU borders.
Opisy paneli
Program at a glance
Security Pillars – from the civil resilience doctrine to an innovative hub of smart specializations on the eastern flank.
Financial Instruments – the EastInvest mechanism and the role of EU funds in stabilizing regions in complex neighborhoods.
Human Capital and Demographics – countering depopulation as a priority element of the Union’s geopolitical security.
Pełny program
Wybrani prelegenci
Our Mission
Donald Tusk - Premier Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej
Piotr Serafin - Komisarz Unii Europejskiej ds. budżetu, zwalczania nadużyć finansowych i administracji publicznej
Raffaele Fitto - Komisarz Unii Europejskiej ds. Spójności i Reform
Władysław KOSINIAK-KAMYSZ - Minister Obrony Narodowej
Turning threats into assets – we are redefining the EU’s eastern border, transforming it from a risk zone into a proving ground for innovative resilience and development.
Building a Pact for Regions – we are implementing a new interpretation of the EC Communication, establishing a lasting framework for solidarity and local cooperation.
The voice of border regions – we demonstrate that social and economic security forms the bedrock of stability for the entire Union.
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On the Borderline - transforming challenges into growth opportunities
II Edition | 2026
From Vulnerability to Strategic Resilience
4 NOVEMBER 2026
BIAŁYSTOK
Wschód Europy, centrum debaty
Europe’s strength begins at its eastern border. The second edition of the Forum is a pivotal step in forging a European response for regions in challenging neighborhoods. Join political and business leaders to implement the Regional Resilience Doctrine and transform geopolitical challenges into a strategic developmental asset for the Union. On November 4, 2026, in Białystok, we will define a new architecture for the cohesion and security of border regions.
Organizers: Podlaskie Voivodeship | City of Białystok
Why take part?
Continuity and Impact – from discussion to concrete recommendations for the European Commission within the framework of the new cohesion policy.
Decision-maker Networking – a gathering of political, business, and financial institution leaders (EIB, EBRD) vital to the EU’s eastern flank.
Shaping the 2028–2034 Agenda – a tangible opportunity to participate in creating a dedicated Interreg objective for regions in challenging neighborhoods.
Czytaj dalej
In the spotlight
Regional Resilience Doctrine – recognizing civil security as an integral component of investment and the development of dual-use infrastructure.
Eastern Border Investment Lab – a competence center in Białystok, bridging regional projects with development capital.
Declaration of Regions in Challenging Neighborhoods – a package of legislative and financial solutions designed to strengthen the resilience of EU borders.
Opisy paneli
Program at a glance
Security Pillars – from the civil resilience doctrine to an innovative hub of smart specializations on the eastern flank.
Financial Instruments – the EastInvest mechanism and the role of EU funds in stabilizing regions in complex neighborhoods.
Human Capital and Demographics – countering depopulation as a priority element of the Union’s geopolitical security.
Pełny program
Zaproszeni prelegenci
Our Mission
Donald Tusk - Premier Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej
Piotr Serafin - Komisarz Unii Europejskiej ds. budżetu, zwalczania nadużyć finansowych i administracji publicznej
Raffaele Fitto - Komisarz Unii Europejskiej ds. Spójności i Reform
Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz - Minister Obrony Narodowej
Turning threats into assets – we are redefining the EU’s eastern border, transforming it from a risk zone into a proving ground for innovative resilience and development.
Building a Pact for Regions – we are implementing a new interpretation of the EC Communication, establishing a lasting framework for solidarity and local cooperation.
The voice of border regions – we demonstrate that social and economic security forms the bedrock of stability for the entire Union.
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On the Borderline - transforming challenges into growth opportunities
From Vulnerability to Strategic Resilience
4 NOVEMBER 2026
BIAŁYSTOK
Europe’s strength begins at its eastern border. The second edition of the Forum is a pivotal step in forging a European response for regions in challenging neighborhoods. Join political and business leaders to implement the Regional Resilience Doctrine and transform geopolitical challenges into a strategic developmental asset for the Union. On November 4, 2026, in Białystok, we will define a new architecture for the cohesion and security of border regions.
Organizers: Podlaskie Voivodeship | City of Białystok
Why take part?
Continuity and Impact – from discussion to concrete recommendations for the European Commission within the framework of the new cohesion policy.
Decision-maker Networking – a gathering of political, business, and financial institution leaders (EIB, EBRD) vital to the EU’s eastern flank.
Shaping the 2028–2034 Agenda – a tangible opportunity to participate in creating a dedicated Interreg objective for regions in challenging neighborhoods.
Czytaj dalej
In the spotlight
Regional Resilience Doctrine – recognizing civil security as an integral component of investment and the development of dual-use infrastructure.
Eastern Border Investment Lab – a competence center in Białystok, bridging regional projects with development capital.
Declaration of Regions in Challenging Neighborhoods – a package of legislative and financial solutions designed to strengthen the resilience of EU borders.
Opisy paneli
Program at a glance
Security Pillars – from the civil resilience doctrine to an innovative hub of smart specializations on the eastern flank.
Financial Instruments – the EastInvest mechanism and the role of EU funds in stabilizing regions in complex neighborhoods.
Human Capital and Demographics – countering depopulation as a priority element of the Union’s geopolitical security.
Pełny program
Our Mission
Turning threats into assets – we are redefining the EU’s eastern border, transforming it from a risk zone into a proving ground for innovative resilience and development.
Building a Pact for Regions – we are implementing a new interpretation of the EC Communication, establishing a lasting framework for solidarity and local cooperation.
The voice of border regions – we demonstrate that social and economic security forms the bedrock of stability for the entire Union.
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Zarezerwuj miejsce już dziś i bądź częścią kluczowej dyskusji o przyszłości wschodnich regionów Unii Europejskiej.
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