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In France
1 project
Every
3
minutes
by European funds!
cofinanced by
France is on the move
From a training action in support of SMEs to a rural development initiative, the areas of intervention of the European Funds are wider than we imagine!
Each year in May hundreds of events throughout France celebrate the place of Europe. An opportunity to bring together all those who tell the story of Europe around you!
The beautiful month of Europe is approaching !
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Expositions
Concerts
Project visit
Forum
Debates
European gastronomy
Photo competition
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Europe can support your project!
You have a project within your company, community or association. You believe that this project is beneficial for your territory, its economy, the quality of life and its citizens?
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Between 2014 & 2020, nearly 28 billion euros of European funds were allocated to France to finance projects in different fields, in all regions and in all types of territories.
Europe 2020 strategy, what assessment?
to act for growth
Billions of Euro's
28
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A strategy for growth and employment in Europe
As European Union (EU) is emerging from a crisis and facing major challenges, all EU policies have the common aim of promoting jobs and growth as part of a shared strategy: the Europe 2020 strategy.
This European strategy, signed in 2010, aims for “smart, sustainable and inclusive” growth and sets objectives in the areas of research and development, employment, education, climate, and combatting poverty
A number of objectives for the 2014-2020 period
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A European budget of
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The European Union entrusts Member States with the management of a portion of this budget.
Three policies are involved:
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Economic, Social and Territorial Cohesion Policy
Reducing disparities in wealth and development between EU regions.
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Rural Development Policy
Supporting and harmonising changes in rural areas.
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Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Policy
Developing aquaculture and fisheries while preserving resources and marine biodiversity.
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