Lisbon Strategy for growth and jobs

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Identification
Lisbon Strategy for growth and jobs
EC's Homepage
http://ec.europa.eu/growthandjobs/index_en.htm.
Launched
March 2000, during the meeting of the European Council in Lisbon, by the Heads of State or Government
Document
COMMUNICATION 330 (2005): "Common Actions for Growth and Employment: The Community Lisbon Programme".
Aims
Aimed at making the European Union (EU) the most competitive economy in the world and achieving full employment by 2010.
Key reforms
This strategy, developed at subsequent meetings of the European Council gives pointers for some key reforms in EU countries:

Investing in people – to adjust to globalisation, the EU’s fast-changing economy requires a flexible and highly skilled workforce. Lifelong learning projects help people to adapt to a changing job market.

More research, development and innovation– strengthening links between research institutes, universities and businesses. At the same time, spending on research and development in the EU should increase to match international competitors.

A more dynamic business environment– less red tape and easier access to credit, especially for small and medium-sized businesses.

A greener economy– leading the fight against climate change, the EU aims to reduce the environmental impact of economic growth by saving energy and promoting new, environment-friendly technologies.

Successor strategy
Europe 2020: A European Strategy for Smart, Sustainable and Inclusive Growth

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Identification	Lisbon Strategy for growth and jobs
EC's Homepage	http://ec.europa.eu/growthandjobs/index_en.htm.
Launched	March 2000, during the meeting of the European Council in Lisbon, by the Heads of State or Government
Document	COMMUNICATION 330 (2005): "Common Actions for Growth and Employment: The Community Lisbon Programme".
Aims	Aimed at making the European Union (EU) the most competitive economy in the world and achieving full employment by 2010.
Key reforms	This strategy, developed at subsequent meetings of the European Council gives pointers for some key reforms in EU countries: Investing in people – to adjust to globalisation, the EU’s fast-changing economy requires a flexible and highly skilled workforce. Lifelong learning projects help people to adapt to a changing job market. More research, development and innovation– strengthening links between research institutes, universities and businesses. At the same time, spending on research and development in the EU should increase to match international competitors. A more dynamic business environment– less red tape and easier access to credit, especially for small and medium-sized businesses. A greener economy– leading the fight against climate change, the EU aims to reduce the environmental impact of economic growth by saving energy and promoting new, environment-friendly technologies.
Successor strategy	Europe 2020: A European Strategy for Smart, Sustainable and Inclusive Growth