EU Solidarity Fund: 2023 natural disasters (IT, SI, AT, GR, FR)

This decision mobilises the European Union Solidarity Fund to provide financial assistance to Italy, Slovenia, Austria, Greece, and France following six major natural disasters that occurred in 2023.

The fund will assist these five Member States which suffered significant damages from floods and storms. The assistance aims to help alleviate the economic impact of these disasters on the affected regions and their citizens.

This mobilisation represents a tangible expression of the EU's solidarity with citizens affected by natural catastrophes. It highlights the increasing frequency of severe weather events in Europe and the need for both disaster response and climate action.

The decision urges for faster processing of applications and timely disbursement of funds to affected regions. It also calls for increased investment in climate mitigation and adaptation measures to prevent future losses.