EU strategy for the Baltic Sea region

The Council held an exchange of views on the EU's strategy for the Baltic Sea region and associated action plan.

The proposed strategy is aimed at creating a sustainable environment for the Baltic Sea, enhancing prosperity in the region and making it an accessible, attractive, safe and secure place.

The Commission's communication comes in response to a request from the European Council last December. Preparatory work has already started with a view to enabling the Council to adopt conclusions at its meeting on 26 and 27 October.