The European Union consists of 274 regions with a very different economic and social situation in-between them. The European Union Horizon 2020 Strategy aims to reduce these differences, by investing in economic growth, job creation and competitiveness. This summer the European Union has published its sixth report on Economic, Social and Territorial Cohesion. It can… Continue reading Update on the EU Cohesion Policy
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European Union reformed Cohesion Policy
The European Union may be one of the richest parts of the world, but there are large differences in prosperity levels both between countries and inside individual countries. The wealthiest country, Luxembourg, is more than seven times richer than Romania and Bulgaria, the poorest EU members. For the inner market and freedom of movement of… Continue reading European Union reformed Cohesion Policy
Redesigning the World’s Largest Development Programme – The EU Cohesion Policy
Economic development is the sustained, coordinated actions of policy makers that promote the standard of living and economic health of a specific area. Such actions can involve multiple areas including development of human capital, critical infrastructure, regional competitiveness, environmental sustainability, social inclusion, health, safety, literacy, and other initiatives. Economic development differs from economic growth. Whereas… Continue reading Redesigning the World’s Largest Development Programme – The EU Cohesion Policy