What is Interreg?
Interreg is a vital instrument within the European Union (EU) that provides project funding aiming to enhance collaboration across borders. As an integral component of the EU’s Cohesion Policy, Interreg plays a crucial role in fostering regional development, promoting cohesion, and addressing economic disparities. Its primary objective is to facilitate collaborative efforts in addressing common challenges and finding collective solutions in various fields.
Interreg is a vital instrument within the European Union (EU) that provides project funding aiming to enhance collaboration across borders. As an integral component of the EU’s Cohesion Policy, Interreg plays a crucial role in fostering regional development, promoting cohesion, and addressing economic disparities. Its primary objective is to facilitate collaborative efforts in addressing common challenges and finding collective solutions in various fields.
To learn more about Interreg, please visit Interreg.eu to access an interactive map showcasing Interreg programs across borders: https://interreg.eu/.
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CROSS BORDER PROGRAMMES:
Turning Border Obstacles into Opportunities
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TRANSNATIONAL PROGRAMMES:
Supporting Larger Scale Initiatives
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INTERREGIONAL PROGRAMMES:
Enhancing Cohesion Policy Effectiveness
About EU Cohesion Policy
Cohesion policy stands as a significant policy of the European Union, providing funding for numerous projects across Europe through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), the European Social Fund (ESF), and the Cohesion Fund. It serves as the framework through which a multitude of Interreg cooperation projects receive financial support to address specific challenges throughout the European Union. This policy plays a crucial role in promoting economic and social cohesion, fostering collaboration, and driving regional development across the EU.
The priorities of the EU Cohesion Policy 2021-2027 are:
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Smart growth
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Green transition
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Social inclusion
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Territorial development
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Efficient and sustainable infrastructure
About European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)
nterreg receives funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF).
The European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) is an instrument provided by the European Union with the objective of addressing significant regional disparities. Its purpose is to enable less advantaged regions to attract private sector investments and generate opportunities independently.