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https://doi.org/10.3935/rsp.v13i1.427
Working Together for Growth and Jobs: A new Start for the Lisbon Strategy
Komisija Europskih zajednica
Sažetak
The European Commission report that was outlined by President José Barroso at the 2005 Spring European Council, addresses European economic and social issues in the context of the expiration of the first half of the ambitious Lisbon strategy. With that strategy, the heads of states and governments stated their commitment to make the European Union the most dynamic and competitive knowledge-based economy, capable of achieving sustainable economic growth with more and better jobs, stronger social cohesion, and respect for environment. However, the results to date have not matched the aspirations of growth and high employment, so the process has frequently stalled, and was dispersed in the sphere of implementation and legislation. Therefore this report was intended as a new start for the Lisbon strategy that would provide a sharper focus and more transparent mechanisms in achieving the common goal. The main guidelines are: to make Europe a more attractive place to invest and work, to encourage knowledge and innovation for growth, and to create more and better jobs.
The emphasis lies primarily on giving a boost to technological development, infrastructure, services, enterprise and competitiveness - as a path that would lead to more and better jobs. In terms of social policy measures, the document stresses the necessity of development and accessibility of higher education and lifelong learning, as well as the adjustment of work and family obligations in the context of new demographic patterns in Europe. In achieving these targets, the Commission is counting on the partnership of all participants, from the regional and national governments, through the business sector to civil society. During 2005, these guidelines have been embodied in a number of European documents.
Ključne riječi
economic growth; employment; education; stimulation of innovations; stimulation of investment; European Union
Hrčak ID:
30252
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Datum izdavanja:
29.3.2006.
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