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Although the European Union is one of the richest parts of the world, there are
striking internal disparities of income and opportunity between its regions. The
entry of 10 new member countries in May 2004, whose incomes are well below the EU
average, has widened these gaps. Regional policy transfers resources from rich to
poorer regions. It is both an instrument of financial solidarity and a powerful
force for economic integration.
Why in General?
* Convergence or divergence?
Difference between regions: bigger? Disparities → divergence
Without regional policy → Convergence?
* Disparities
economic development of the least advantaged regions In short, Europeans do not
all have the same advantages in the face of the challenge of globalisation
* Solidarity
European solidarity: purpose to strengthen its economic and social cohesion and
specifically to reduce the gaps among levels of development in the various
regions. Eg: infrastructure, information society, R&D