The aim of this note is to provide the information necessary to prepare the Euro-Mediterranean Regional and Local Assembly (ARLEM) report on cross border cooperation (CBC) in the Mediterranean region, covering the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) member countries. This report, divided into five...

This report has analysed the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the Mediterranean, with particular reference to the local and regional context in which they operate. It was argued that SMEs play a vital role in enhancing competition, entrepreneurship, employment growth,...

Creating jobs and increasing productivity are key challenges for policymakers across the Mediterranean region. Developing skills through vocational and technical training is an essential component of all efforts in this challenging area. This report has provided an overview of the current state...

The Mediterranean region, including both the northern and southern shores, is the principal tourist destination in the world. Consequently, tourism plays a vital role in the economies of the region, acting as a significant source of economic growth and employment, while also making a positive...