“Eurobalkans” International Project between Universities from Sofia, Skopje and Niš — Student Project, UACEG

Participation in the development of a comprehensive urban planning analysis of the cross-border territory between Bulgaria, Serbia and North Macedonia. Studies were carried out of the settlement network, its hierarchical structure, demographic and socio-economic characteristics, transport connectivity and the functional relationships between the individual territories. On the basis of the analyses, thematic graphic diagrams, spatial models and design proposals were developed, aimed at the integrated development of the region under study.

The work covers territories in Bulgaria, Serbia and North Macedonia, with the study focused on the spatial relationships between the main urban centres — Sofia, Niš and Skopje — and their surrounding regions. In the course of the work, various urban planning, spatial and socio-economic studies were carried out, on the basis of which analytical and graphic materials were developed. They present the main characteristics of the territory, the identified trends and development potential, as well as summarised design proposals for integrated planning and cross-border cooperation.

An analytical and conceptual basis was created for formulating common directions for the spatial development of the cross-border territory between Bulgaria, Serbia and North Macedonia. The work highlights the potential for strengthening regional connectivity, improving the functional relationships between settlements and encouraging joint economic, infrastructure and tourism initiatives. Through the integrated approach to territorial planning, it underlines the importance of cooperation between the three countries in overcoming regional imbalances and creating preconditions for sustainable and coordinated development.