TERRITORIAL COOPERATION PROGRAMMES

Responsible for overall programme management on behalf of partner countries. Ensures compliance with EU regulations, approves project selection procedures, oversees implementation, and conducts administrative and financial controls.

Albania designated SASPAC as the National Authority with full responsibility for programme implementation on its territory. The NA ensures cooperation with the Managing Authority, Monitoring Committee, and European Commission.

The NA represents the Albanian government in all programme forums, signs intergovernmental agreements, appoints Albanian MC members, and harmonises national positions before decision-making.

In cooperation with the MA and Secretariat, the NA contributes to programming, selection criteria, consultations, and information dissemination to ensure calls reflect Albanian interests.

Central decision-making and supervisory body. Approves project applications, assesses implementation progress, and may submit recommendations to the European Commission.

Comprises representatives of the EC, National Authorities, and national institutions. Meets at least twice yearly to review annual reports and approve strategic decisions.

Operational structure and main contact point for applicants and beneficiaries. Headquartered in the MA’s country with National Information Points in each participating state.

Duties include MC logistical support, partner search and project drafting assistance, implementation support, monitoring data collection, and visibility campaigns.

Essential information hubs providing clear guidance on programme objectives, priorities, open calls, and deadlines.

NCPs support partners from initial engagement through eligibility criteria, application procedures, and partnership opportunities. For all programmes, NCPs operate within SASPAC.

National-level structure verifying beneficiary expenditures and ensuring compliance with national and EU rules. Guarantees that every declared expenditure is lawful, regular, and documented.

Assesses effective functioning of the management and control system through regular audits, verifying procedural correctness and providing assurance of sound financial management.

Certifies expenditure statements and payment requests before submission to the EC. Manages fund distribution to project partners, ensures timely payments, and prepares annual financial statements.