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‘Green Deal should keep in mind island’s challenges in transport and connectivity’ The European Green Deal should go hand in hand with measures that reduce the gap regions face in transport and connectivity, MEP Josianne Cutajar said.
The role islands can play to fight climate change should not make us forget that these areas face a crucial challenge in terms of transport and connectivity, she told CDPro. “European islands are at the forefront in the fight against climate change. Sustainability matters and global warming will affect us more than other areas,” Cutajar added. “We can support environmental priorities through Cohesion Policy that can help regions address the green transition while unleashing the unique potential of every territory.” The European Parliament approved a report on Cohesion Policy and environmental policies earlier this month. The report called for enhanced cooperation among EU regions and more support to outermost regions and islands. The Parliament argued that cohesion policy is the biggest and most important EU investment tool. With an approved budget of over €330 billion for 2021-2027, the cohesion policy can play a crucial role in helping the EU to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 and fulfil the Paris agreement. 43
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