Cohesion Policy
Absztrakt :
The aim of cohesion policy in the European Union is to create economic and social cohesion and reduce disparities in regional development. Due to economic developments and the enlargement of the Union, this task has now become a community-level objective, moving from intergovernmental cooperation to community-level cooperation. However, the uneven dynamics of regional development and the slower capacity of the bloc to respond to crises show that the European Union still has some way to go in this area in the future. The present paper traces the evolution of this policy. It describes the main stages in the history of cohesion policy and demonstrates how reducing regional disparities in development has become a community priority. It also examines the achievements of a policy that has been in operation for several decades and highlights the main challenges in this field. The Hungarian Presidency in 2024 can play an important role in addressing these challenges and shaping new directions for development.