A future-oriented Cohesion Policy post 2027

Abstract

The European Union is at a cross-road with the chance to set our path towards a sustainable and just future for all Europeans. Cohesion Policy aims for social, economic and territorial cohesion in the European Union and is a core EU policy to bring the European Union to its citizens, increase their quality of life, while driving simultaneously the green transition. The alignment of the Cohesion Policy post 2027 needs to be future-oriented. To achieve this, the following aspects should be part of the future Cohesion Policy: regions at the center; future-oriented funding topics; earmarked funding; avoiding lock-ins, strategic regional approaches; and just transition.