Commission Pushes Back on Proposed Changes to Horizon Europe Governance

The European Commission has pushed back against proposals from Members of the European Parliament to modify the governance of Horizon Europe, signalling concerns over potential disruptions to the programme’s structure.

At the same time, proposals to introduce expert councils aimed at steering collaborative research are gaining attention, with expectations that such mechanisms could strengthen strategic direction and coordination within the programme.

The discussion is relevant for the Western Balkans, as governance adjustments to Horizon Europe may influence participation frameworks, priority setting and access conditions for associated countries engaging in EU-funded research and innovation projects.

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