2009-14
Agreement on EEA and Norway Grants 2009-14 signed
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and the EU today signed the agreements for the EEA and Norway Grants 2009-14, after the EU member states agreed on the final distribution for the beneficiary countries.
Equality key to economic development
On 7-8 June, an international conference on gender equality was held in Oslo to share and prepare for the new EEA and Norway Grants period 2009-14. The Norwegian Minister of Children, Equality and Social Inclusion highlighted gender equality as a key element of economic development and democracy.
Green priorities 2009-14
Environmental protection, fighting climate change and promoting green industry are green priorities under the EEA and Norway Grants 2009-14. Sustainable development will be a key cross-cutting criterion.
Towards a fund for social dialogue
The Norway Grants 2009-14 will launch a new fund for promoting decent work and tripartite dialogue. The Norwegian Institute for Labour and Social Research (FAFO) has conducted a study to assess which criteria such a fund should be based upon.
Frequently Asked Questions 09-14
€1.79 billion to reduce economic and social disparities in Europe
On 18 December 2009, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway agreed with the European Union on new financial contributions for the period 2009-14. This article presents a brief overview of beneficiary states, priority sectors and financial contributions.
Agreement reached on EEA and Norway Grants 2009-14
On 18 December 2009, the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway signed what are known as agreed minutes containing the outcome of the negotiations on new EEA and Norway Grants.
