The regional dimension of cohesion policy is key to European competitiveness

An efficient European economy is based on competitive locations in regions, the use of regional resources and technologies and secure and stable supply relationships. A resilient society and the well-being of future generations are also elements of future-proof regions. The workshop will discuss the advantages of a decentralised territorial approach in the design of measures and projects for structural change to achieve a sustainable and resilient economy and the importance of shared financial management and the partnership principle in this context. Speakers will focus on how cohesion supports regions in addressing rurality, demographic shifts, rail infrastructure and climate challenges.