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	<language>en</language><item><title><![CDATA[A look back at 8 years of fruitful cooperation between Estonia, Latvia and Russia]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_2045.jpg" />
The new book <strong>“8 years of cooperation. An overview of results” </strong>presents great diversity of results reached and positive impact accomplished by all Programme supported projects in the cross border regions of Estonia, Latvia and Russia.
















]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/a_look_back_at_8_years_of_frui]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2016 15:34:54  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Achievements of Large Scale projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_2023.jpg" />
Open our latest Thematic Fact Sheet and read about <strong>activities implemented by each</strong> <strong>Large Scale Project</strong>.







]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/achievements_of_large_scale_pr]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2016 13:53:29  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Safer and faster traffic possibilities meet passengers in border area of South-East Estonia and Pskov oblast]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_2012.jpg" />

After more than 3 years of work the planned activities of the project <strong>“Improvement of traffic and border crossing possibilities in Värska-Pechory monastery road- Safe Road”</strong> (“Safe Road” LSP-1) were succsessfully finalized in the end of year 2015. 


]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/safer_and_faster_traffic_possi]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2016 20:40:19  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Border Crossing Point “Vientuļi” now open for passenger and cargo vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_2008.jpg" />

<strong>On 7 April, 2015 the ceremonial opening of the border crossing point (BCP) “Vientuļi” on Latvia-Russia border took place.</strong>





]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/border_crossing_point_]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2016 14:52:57  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Narva-Ivangorod LSP6: Narva-Ivangorod fortresses ensemble welcomes visitors]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1987.jpg" />

<strong>Unique Narva-Ivangorod fortresses ensemble is now opened for guests after capacious reconstruction works what were implemented in cross border cooperation.</strong> 

]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/narvaivangorod_lsp6_narvaivang]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Mar 2016 09:32:52  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New objects in Ivangorod fortress opened]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1973.jpg" />

<strong>The recovered ancient buildings have been opened in Ivangorod fortress</strong> on the border with Estonia on 18 December, 2015.















]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/new_objects_in_ivangorod_fortr]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2016 14:52:59  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reconstructed Victoria bastion now open for visitors]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1971.jpg" />
On 18 December, 2015 the <strong>opening of Victoria bastion of Narva-Ivangorod fortresses ensemble</strong> was celebrated. 








]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/reconstructed_victoria_bastion]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2015 12:55:03  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cross-border cooperation shapes and unites the creativity of Latvian and Russian artists  ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1956.jpg" />

<strong>Forget a hurry and enjoy the moment, taking whatever it gives</strong> – is what the partners learned in creation of a successful collaboration between three municipalities Vilani and Karsava in Latvia and Shlisselburg in Russia. <br />








]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/crossborder_cooperation_shapes]]></link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2015 10:29:30  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Border region of Estonia-Russia attracting investors]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1953.jpg" />

<strong>Cross-border cooperation project “4 investors” has considerably contributed to the development of the region through support of SMEs which result with creation of new jobs and lay the foundation for socio economic development in Estonia-Russia border territory.</strong>



]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/border_region_of_estoniarussia]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2015 10:42:21  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Common Peipsi: CBC contributes to the improvement of Lake Peipsi basin]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1919.jpg" />

Cooperation project between Estonia and Russia <strong>“Economically and Environmentally Sustainable Lake Peipsi Area“</strong> (COMMON PEIPSI) was finalised in June 2015. The objective of the project was to contribute to the <strong>improvement of environmental situation of Lake Peipsi basin and to support the development of water related tourism in the the biggest transboundary lake in Europe.</strong>



]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/common_peipsi_cbc_contributes_]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2015 14:06:19  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Opening of the new pedestrian and vehicle terminal of the Narva-1 Border-Crossing Point]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1918.jpg" />
<strong>On Monday, July 20, 2015 the opening ceremony of the new pedestrian and vehicle terminal of the Narva-1 Border-Crossing Point (BCP) on the Estonian-Russian border took place.</strong> 

]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/opening_of_the_new_pedestrian_]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2015 10:32:43  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cross-border co-operation improved the quality of education of children at social risk ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1914.jpg" />

<strong>Trilateral cross-border cooperation project “Edu no border” with participation of schools, parents and local municipalities of Estonia, Latvia and Russia has contributed to the improvement of the quality of education for children at social risk.</strong>









]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/crossborder_cooperation_improv]]></link><pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2015 11:40:16  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Project “Sun and Wind” brings innovative solutions in the sphere of energy efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1911.jpg" />

<strong>On 18 June in Pytalovo final seminar of project “Sun and Wind: Universal Renewables for Local Sustainability»” in the frame of Estonia-Latvia-Russia CBC Programme within ENPI 2007-2013 was hold together with opening of infrastructural objects.</strong> Representatives of Pytalovo, Pskov and Gdov regions (Russia), Estonian partners and friends from Latvia took part in it.
]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/project_]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2015 11:32:12  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Via Hanseatica creates a unique international tourism route linking undiscovered tourism pearls of Latvia, Estonia and Russia]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1894.jpg" /><strong>Three years have passed while implementing the project “Via Hanseatica” that has already gained high popularity among domestic and international tourists.</strong> The project led by the Vidzeme Planning Region (Latvia) is a bright proof that a typical project can turn into a highly rated tourism product, creating a desire among the partners to continue maintaining results after the project has officially ended. ]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/via_hanseatica_creates_a_uniqu]]></link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2015 16:49:24  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Award of NGO «Lake Peipsi Project, Pskov» for Publications Produced within CBC Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1892.jpg" /><strong>Non-governmental organization «Lake Peipsi Project, Pskov» has become the winner of the Pskov regional contest on best publication «Pskov book 2014».</strong> Two publications - Photo album «Nature values of the Pskov region» and Guide «Ecological trails of Pskov region» which were done within the CBC project «People with Nature» were marked by the contest commission as the best in the nomination «The best edition on tourism». ]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/new_award_of_ngo_lake_peipsi_p]]></link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2015 14:29:51  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[AAC: ARCHAEOLOGY, AUTHORITY &amp; COMMUNITY: Cooperation to protect archaeological heritage ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1883.jpg" /><strong>The Project “Archaeology, Authority and Community: co-operation to protect archaeological heritage”</strong> during 32 months of its implementation <strong>has benefitted to the preservation of archaeological heritage in the border areas of Estonia, Latvia and Russia,  developed communication and cooperation between archaeologists of three countries</strong>, and raised public awareness about the importance of protection of archaeological heritage. ]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/aac_archaeology_authority_amp_]]></link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2015 19:36:27  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[&quot;Cross-Border Athletics&quot; project brings a new wave of Sports Activities in Porkhov and Smiltene]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1877.jpg" />

<strong>Project &quot;Cross-Border Athletics&quot; created perfect conditions to attract sportsmen and active people to sports activities and to demonstrate their abilities in international athletic competitions in Russia and Latvia.</strong>   Within the project implementation sport complexes in Smiltene (Latvia) and Porhov (Pskov region, Russia) were developed in order to provide lasting opportunities for children and young people in the field of athletics to improve young athletes\' achievements. Together with infrastructural component the competence of sport coaches and athletes in athletics was raised during organized trainings and exchange visits.]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/quotcrossborder_athleticsquot_]]></link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2015 11:28:07  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[LogOnTrain: Logistics Studies Finally Improved with Communication Technologies]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1876.jpg" />

<strong>LogOnTrain Project (Logistics and Overland Transport Network for Training ‘Blue Collars’) of the Estonia-Latvia-Russia Cross-Border Cooperation Programme completed in the end of February after 23 months of hard and interesting work on improvement of training in the sphere of cross-border and international transport, freight-forwarding and logistics.</strong> Another key point of the project objectives was to create and stimulate connections and networks between the business communities, local and regional authorities and educational institutions.<br />

]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/logontrain_logistics_studies_f]]></link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2015 14:40:47  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Public Award &quot;People's Acknowledgemet - 2104&quot; assigned to NGO &quot;Lake Peipsi Project, Pskov&quot;]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1872.jpg" />

<strong>NGO «Lake Peipsi Project, Pskov» received Public Award «People’s Acknowledgement-2014» for publications made within ENPI CBC “Estonia-Latvia-Russia” Project “People With Nature”.</strong> The organization took the first place in the category «Best printed advertising product» for 2 publications: Photo album «Nature values of the Pskov region» and Guide «Ecological trails of Pskov region».

]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/public_award_quotpeoples_ackno]]></link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2015 14:25:45  +0200 </pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[MEDICAL WASTE: Opening of Centre for disposal of hazardous medical waste in Kohtla- Jarve, Estonia]]></title><description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left;" src = "http://www.estlatrus.eu/uploaded_images/news_images/thumb_1866.jpg" /><strong>On 10 February 2015, regional Centre for disposal of hazardous and infectious medical waste, created in the framework of the project “Eco-friendly disposal of hazardous medical waste in the cross border region” (Medical Waste), held its opening ceremony in Kohtla- Jarve town.</strong> The Centre will operate at Ida-Viru Central Hospital using newly developed its logistic system of separation, collection, intermediate storage, and transportation of hazardous medical waste. ]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://www.estlatrus.eu/eng/news/medical_waste_opening_of_centr1]]></link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2015 14:24:44  +0200 </pubDate></item></channel></rss>












