On 15 October 2026, the IPA Cross-Border Cooperation Programme Kosovo–North Macedonia 2021–2027, marked European Cooperation Day in Letnica, Kosovo, along the Mother Teresa Cultural Route.

The event brought together representatives of the European Union, national and local institutions, project beneficiaries, and local communities to celebrate the achievements and importance of cross-border cooperation.

The programme included opening remarks by Mr. Hubert Perr, Head of Cooperation at the European Union in Kosovo, Mr. Elbert Krasniqi, the minister of Local Government Administration of Kosovo, and Mr. Erxhan Selimi, Deputy Minister of Local Self-Government of North Macedonia.

A highlight of the event was the presentation of the Mother Teresa Cultural Route, followed by a guided walk showcasing the region’s shared cultural heritage and the opportunities for sustainable tourism and local development.

The celebration reaffirmed the importance of EU-supported cross-border cooperation in strengthening partnerships, connecting communities, and promoting a shared European future.