Within the framework of the Creative Europe Programme, Media sector, the European Commission published the call 'Markets & Networking'.

The call will be managed by the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA), in accordance with the Work Programme 2026.

The priority of the Media strand is to cultivate talent and skills, stimulate cross-border cooperation, mobility and innovation in the creation and production of European audiovisual works, and encourage collaboration between Member States.

The 'Market & Networking' call aims to support the promotion of European content in the global market and to strengthen cooperation between all players in the audiovisual value chain, with the objective of fostering the co-creation and dissemination of European audiovisual works. Funding is provided for events and activities for the European audiovisual sector, whether physical, digital or hybrid, aimed at fostering B2B exchanges, co-productions and sales, with innovative content. Thematic or regional markets and networking initiatives are included, including promotional and co-creation actions for European works and series, aiming at developing competitive products and facilitating international distribution, promoting innovative technologies and business models.

The budget total is 16 500 000 euro.

La deadline is the 20 January 2026, 5 p.m. (Brussels).