“Advancing Mobility-Driven Research and Innovation in the Western Balkans”

Held on 5 June 2025 at the Rogner Hotel, Tirana and online, this timely event brought together a dynamic panel of policymakers, researchers, academics, civil society actors, media, business leaders, and government representatives—united by a shared vision to harness research mobility for deeper EU integration and sustainable regional growth.

At CCIS, we believe that mobility-driven research and innovation are vital levers for empowering young scholars, strengthening institutional partnerships, and addressing regional challenges through evidence-based collaboration.

This roundtable was more than a conversation—it was a collective commitment to building bridges between research and policy, and we’re proud to continue supporting SCiDEV in this important mission. Because this initiative is not just theirs—it’s ours too, and it matters deeply for Albania and the broader Western Balkans community.

Let’s keep moving forward—together.