The European Commission recently adopted the Communication on the implementation of the European Research Area (ERA), reaffirming its commitment to placing research and innovation (R&I) at the core of Europe’s future growth. Read the EC press release on the communication here.
According to the Communication, the EU has made progress towards building a more integrated, efficient and attractive internal market for R&I, but more needs to be done to realise its full potential. As highlighted by the Draghi report and the Political Guidelines for the next Commission, R&I are key drivers of economic resilience, competitiveness and wellbeing. The new Communication takes stock of progress under the four strategic objectives agreed with Member States:
- Prioritising investments and reforms
- Improving access to excellence
- Translating results into economic impact
- Deepening the ERA
“The vision for the European Research Area remains as relevant today as it was in 2000. I am proud of what we have achieved. We now have a strong foundation to build on, as we progress with making Europe the place to be for researchers and innovators. Now is the time to address the remaining challenges and unlock Europe’s full potential to prosper and compete on the global stage.“
Iliana Ivanova, Commissioner for Innovation, Research, Culture, Education and Youth
The first ERA Policy Agenda (2022-2024) is nearing completion with tangible results, and this new Communication comes as the second ERA Policy Agenda (2025-2027) is being prepared.
source: EC press release, Oct 22, 2024
