27 Apr 2026
Commission and Committee of the Regions sign new joint action plan
On 24 April 2026, the European Commission and the European Committee of the Regions signed a new Joint Action Plan to reinforce the regional and local dimension of the EU's R&I policies and initiatives. The initiative will also support the implementation of the Commission's key actions at local and regional levels and will facilitate the exchange of expertise and data between the two institutions.
The Action Plan sets out four concrete priorities to boost innovation, sustainability, and competitiveness across European cities and regions:
- Building strong local and regional innovation ecosystems
- Facilitating the green and digital transition
- Raising awareness of - and promoting access to - funding opportunities
- Supporting evidence-based policymaking in regions.
This renewed partnership aims at reinforcing multilevel governance, ensuring that local and regional authorities are active co-creators of EU research and innovation policies.
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