The Working Group on R&D (Research and Development) facilitates the process of regional coordination and exchange on overall R&D policies and cooperation. The Working Group on R&D consist of two representatives from each of the WB6 ministries in charge of science which have a strong portfolio in areas of research infrastructure, mobility of researchers and EU programs on R&D.

The Working group on R&D has been instrumental in preparing the Joint Statement on European Commissions’ Horizon Europe endorsed by the WB6 Ministers in charge of science.