The European Commission has embedded the Long-term vision for rural areas under Priority 6 - A new push for European democracy for 2019-24 and aims to develop a common European vision for vibrant, connected, and sustainable rural areas by 2040. In shaping this long-term vision, the Commission will gather the views of rural communities and businesses through public consultations and stakeholder-lead events. It will also embrace the transformative possibilities brought by the research and innovation projects of Horizon 2020. Through this collaborative and innovative process, the Commission intends to create a wide-ranging vision and a comprehensive rural action plan that will help rural communities and businesses reach their full potential in the coming decades. Visit the dedicated webpage and discover more!
