Policy

Culture and media

The Commission seeks to protect cultural heritage and diversity across countries and harness the cultural and creative industries' contribution to jobs and growth. EU policy looks to meet common challenges such as the digital shift and how to encourage innovation in the cultural sector.

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Policies

  • Culture sector support

    The Commission protects Europe's cultural heritage through promoting cooperation and putting in place measures to curb the trafficking of cultural goods.

  • Audiovisual sector support

    The Commission works to increase media literacy in Europe and support the digital distribution of European audiovisual works.

  • Cultural and creative industries

    The Commission helps these sectors maximise their economic potential by unlocking finance, supporting networks and gathering evidence and information.