EU Election Impact over Research, Development and Innovation EU programs

EU election unlikely to rock the research boat | Science|Business

Key Takeaway

The results of the EU elections are unlikely to bring significant changes to research and innovation policies, as the largest political groups are expected to maintain their dominance.

The European People’s Party (EPP) is set to remain the largest group, and there is a consensus on research and innovation priorities among the major groups.

Summary

The European People’s Party (EPP), left-wing Socialists and Democrats, and centrists Renew Europe are expected to remain the biggest groups in the European Parliament.
Despite gains by far-right parties, the center of gravity in the Parliament will remain largely unchanged.
There is broad consensus on research and innovation policies, which is unlikely to change significantly with the election results.
The EPP has traditionally dominated the research and innovation agenda in the EU.
Calls for more champions in research and innovation from other political groups.
The new Parliament is expected to continue on the same track for research and innovation.
The focus on EU competitiveness, industry, and strategic autonomy is highlighted in many party manifestos.
Concerns about Europe falling behind the US and China in research and innovation investment and productivity growth.
The green agenda may be overshadowed by a drive to strengthen competitiveness.
Calls for increased investment in research and innovation, better protection for academic freedom, and coordination of funding.
Many parties support increasing the EU’s research and innovation budget to at least 3% of GDP.
The influence of far-right parties on research and innovation policies is a concern.
The EU’s research and innovation agenda can be influenced by the Commission and the Council.