What does the EU do? - Solidarity policies - Regional aid and cohesion policy

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What is the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF)?

It is used to finance regional development projects and to boost the economy in regions that are lagging behind.

What is the European Social Fund (ESF)?

It is used to finance vocational (beroeps/vak) training and to help people find work.

What is the Cohesion Fund?

It finances transport infrastructure and environmental projects in  EU countries whose GDP per capita is lower than 90% of the EU average.

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