Cohesion Policy and Smart Specialisation Strategies (RIS3)

This procedure examines how Cohesion Policy can better support Research and Innovation Strategies for Smart Specialisation (RIS3). It focuses on aligning these strategies with the European Research Area to boost regional competitiveness and economic growth across the EU.

The aim is to ensure that EU funding effectively drives innovation and addresses regional disparities. It affects regions, research institutions, businesses, and citizens by promoting targeted investments in research and development.