Zasavje, beyond 2027 : regional development narrative and regional development priorities

This document offers a potential regional development narrative and associated priorities for the region of Zasavje from 2028 onwards. Although events in recent years, such as the Covid pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, demonstrate the limitations of looking too far into the future, now is an opportune time for the Regional Development Agency (RDA) and its regional partners to consider the potential direction of Zasavje's regional development beyond 2027 and lessons from other regions. While the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028 to 2034 and related EU regional development priorities and funds are still to be discussed, this document facilitates a preparatory assessment of regional development options and priorities by the RDA and its partners. Thus, to maintain the momentum of the region's shift towards a green economy and efforts in addressing its longer-term socio-economic challenges, it is timely and prudent for regional actors to consider the region's strategic direction and related priorities from 2028 onwards.