BRIDGING GAPS: EU Cohesion Policy Creating a better life for Europeans
In this publication, the European Commission shows the achievements and legacy of the 2014-2020 EU Cohesion of which Interreg is a part.
The title of the publication, Bridging Gaps, refers to exactly that: it is through Cohesion Policy that regions can address their needs and capitalise their advantages for everyone’s benefit.
In 2014-2020, the EU invested €405 billion into European economies and societies (an estimated total of €551 billion with national contributions) through Cohesion Policy. While Cohesion Policy is delivered through three funds: European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), European Social Fund (ESF), and Cohesion Fund (CF), this publication from the European Commission focuses mainly on the results enabled by the ERDF and CF, as well as the instruments that are deployed through these funds.
This publication offers a deep dive into the policy, its objectives, and most importantly in the results of the 2014-2020 funding period. While there are thousands of local projects worth showcasing, the pages of this publication showcase a limited number of them in the hope these will convey the essence of the impact achieved over the years – regionally, nationally and Europe wide.
Interreg programmes are a key element of the EU Cohesion policy
As part of the EU Cohesion Policy, over 100 Interreg programmes drive the sustainable development and progress of the EU’s border regions. The policy’s Interreg programmes support collaborative projects by regions and cities in different countries to find solutions to common challenges and make most of the opportunities.
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By encouraging local authorities, stakeholders, and citizens to share resources, knowledge and skills with neighbouring countries and regions, these programmes improve cohesion, overcome administrative barriers, celebrate shared culture and heritage, and turn mutual challenges The European Union’s Interreg programmes play a crucial role in supporting territorial cohesion and cooperation at regional and local level, building solidarity and trust and fostering EU identity across borders.
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More about EU Cohesion Policy:
Kohesio: discover EU funded projects around you
Navigate all Interreg funded projects on https://keep.eu/
