Dear Visitors,
Since the operational launch of the Permanent Secretariat of the Transport Community, the Western Balkans region has made remarkable progress towards integration with the European Union’s transport system. The Secretariat has become a trusted and effective institution, supporting our regional partners from the Western Balkans, as well as our observing participants, Georgia, the Republic of Moldova, and Ukraine.
Together with the European Commission, EU member states and regional authorities, we have established a robust framework for regional transport development. This includes the Next Generation Action Plans 2025–2027, the Rolling Work Plan for the TEN-T network extension, and the launch of digital tools such as the Western Balkans Road Safety Observatory and the Transport Observatory. These instruments guide our joint work towards alignment with EU transport standards and sustainable connectivity across the region.
A defining success of recent years has been the creation and expansion of the Green Lanes: a flagship initiative that has transformed border management and logistics between the Western Balkans and the European Union. What began as a practical response during the pandemic has evolved into a permanent model of efficient, digital and green border crossings, making trade faster and transport more predictable.
Equally significant has been the acceleration of alignment with the Transport Community Treaty, particularly through the transposition of EU transport legislation and standards. This progress reflects a new dynamic in the enlargement process — one driven by political commitment, regional cooperation and the opportunities offered by the EU Growth Plan for the Western Balkans. Together, these efforts strengthen the region’s readiness for integration into the European transport market.
As we move forward, the focus remains on connecting policy reform with investment, notably through the operationalisation of the Western Balkans–Eastern Mediterranean Corridor, and by deepening cooperation with civil society, the private sector and academia.
As I enter the final year of my mandate, ending in July 2026, my priority remains to consolidate our achievements and ensure a seamless transition into the next chapter of the Secretariat’s work. The Transport Community will continue to embody collaboration, innovation and European integration in motion.
This website is your gateway to our projects, events and opportunities, including current vacancy notices for new colleagues who will help shape the next phase of our journey. Whether you are a policymaker, transport professional or engaged citizen, I invite you to explore, participate and stay connected.
We move forward #TogetherConnected.
Sincerely,
Matej Zakonjšek
Director
Permanent Secretariat of the Transport Community
