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The CIHEAM at the 65th Regional Rural Development Standing Working Group (SWG RRD) General Assembly 🌍

Today, the CIHEAM Secretary General, Teodoro Miano, is speaking at the 65th General Assembly of the Regional Rural Development Standing Working Group in South Eastern Europe (SWG).
This meeting is a pivotal moment for strengthening the Euro-Mediterranean-Balkan axis and building a shared vision for the rural heart of South Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean basin.

In his speech, Mr. Miano reflects on the signed in February 2026 between CIHEAM and SWG, which unites CIHEAM's sixty-four years of expertise with SWG's regional leadership to create a powerful "knowledge hub".

Our shared priorities include:
🔹The and reintegration of the Western Balkan countries into the CIHEAM.
🔹The creation of joint programs for and development.
🔹The centrality of the human element, with special attention given to , , and who are the driving force behind our rural economies.

Now the objective is clear: to move beyond the administrative framework to build solid bridges between our regions.
“The Balkan enlargement of CIHEAM is not just a growth in numbers; it is a growth in our collective strength and our shared hope for a prosperous, sustainable, and peaceful region.” - T.Miano

🔗 Memorandum of Understanding : https://www.ciheam.org/agendas/signing-of-a-mou-awith-the-swg-rrd/
🔗 Learn more about the SWG RRD: https://seerural.org/

Swg Secretariat Ludmila Catlabuga Frida Krifca CIHEAMBari Ciheam - IAMM Ciheam Zaragoza Ciheam Maich

Le CIHEAM poursuit le dialogue avec les de la

Le 15 avril 2026 à Paris, la deuxième édition du Déjeuner des Ambassadeurs a réuni les représentants des États membres et des pays partenaires autour des grandes priorités de la région.

Les échanges ont porté sur la transition des systèmes agroalimentaires, la gestion durable de l’eau, l’adaptation au changement climatique, ainsi que sur l’importance d’investir dans la jeunesse et les femmes.

Dans un contexte marqué par des tensions croissantes, les participants ont souligné la nécessité de préserver un dialogue ouvert et multilatéral, de promouvoir la paix et d’exprimer leur solidarité envers les populations affectées par les conflits en Palestine et au Liban.

🇪🇸 Le CIHEAM adresse ses remerciements les plus sincères à S.E. M. Victorio Redondo Baldrich, Ambassadeur d’Espagne, pour son accueil chaleureux et son aimable invitation.

En savoir plus: https://www.ciheam.org/fr/agendas/dejeuner-des-ambassadeurs-du-ciheam/

Paris, 23 March 2026
💧 Following (22 March), the CIHEAM organized a meeting to ensure a coordinated corporate CIHEAM-wide contribution to the forthcoming Water Forum 2026 in . The meeting focused on strategic positioning, common messages, identifying joint sessions and side events, and promoting of flagship projects and training initiatives.

This meeting brought together the Directors of the CIHEAM Institutes of Bari, Chania, Zaragoza and Montpellier, alongside selected representatives of national water institutions and the Italian “One Water Committee”.

This morning session provided an opportunity to strengthen cooperation with national water authorities and regional partners in support of security, resilience and resource management in the region. 💧 🌍

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📢 JOB OPENING: The Ciheam Zaragoza is looking for an of Economy and Development to join its Training Unit!

This role is ideal for a professional with experience in , systems, and international who is motivated to contribute to academic programme management, project development, and knowledge transfer activities in the fields of agriculture and food, fisheries, and the environment.

📍 Location: Zaragoza, Spain.
📅 Application Deadline: 15 April 2026.
🚀 Expected Start Date: November 2026.

Key Responsibilities:
🔹 Academic Management: Design and monitor Master’s programmes and advanced courses, including lecturer selection and student support.
🔹 Project Leadership: Collaborate on drafting and managing international research, innovation, and technical assistance projects.
🔹 Knowledge Transfer: Represent the institute at scientific congresses and contribute to global knowledge-building.
🔹 Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain institutional relations with universities, research centers, and firms.

Why the CIHEAM Zaragoza? Join an international organization committed to sustainability, intercultural dialogue, and excellence.

📩 How to apply: Send your CV and cover letter (in English) to: [email protected] (REF: vacancy Economy and Development).


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