An important event was the establishment of the Alfred-Mozer-Kommission in 1970, responsible for cross-border initiatives in the cultural field.

Alternatives partnership with over 30 countries has led to multiple cross-border initiatives.

In order to reach these goals, the EDR provides financial assistance for regional cross-border initiatives.

Differences in legal systems present the most significant obstacle to cross-border cooperation, but also differing customs and cultural expectations can add to the difficulties of cross-border initiatives.

A cross-border initiative has always been on the agenda for the Green Party in Ireland.

In most cases, the Kreise are the driving force behind cross-border initiatives.

In my opinion, funding for cross-border initiatives should only be provided if it is actually required by the regions.

That in itself was a problem and now on this occasion we have how to fund the reconversion of the fisheries fleet and also the cross-border initiatives.

I therefore propose that a meeting of these cross-border initiatives be organised in Bratislava, the former Pressburg.

The fund had a positive impact on matters both in Ireland and in Northern Ireland, and it has helped and supported many cross-border initiatives since it was established in 1986.