EU funding supports the institutional system managing EU funds

It may not be a widely known fact that, under European Union regulations, individual Member States may also finance the operation of their institutional systems coordinating the use of EU funds from EU sources. These designated funds are referred to as Technical Assistance (TA) resources. During the 2021–2027 period, Hungary is utilizing its available TA resources under the Implementation Operational Programme Plus. Projects under Implementation Operational Programme Plus ensure the lawful, effective, and efficient implementation...

Discover Your English Voice!” – an experiential language learning method that truly works

How can language learning become a genuine experience for high school students? And how can they not only meet the requirements but also acquire truly usable language skills? These questions were addressed by Eszterházy Károly Catholic University through the launch of the nationally unique, EU-funded program titled “Discover Your English Voice / (in Hungarian: Hallasd a hangod angolul!”). The initiative targeted the high school age group and its professional-methodological foundations were developed by the University’s...

Kiskunfélegyháza renewed – a greener, more livable, and vibrant city center

In recent times, Kiskunfélegyháza’s city center has undergone remarkable and tangible changes. As a result of a comprehensive development project—particularly focused on Béke Square and its surroundings—the central part of the city has not only become more attractive, but now also better serves the needs of residents and visitors alike. The project, implemented with support from the European Union, focused on reimagining open spaces and increasing green areas. The aim was to preserve the city’s...

We believe these communities can be revitalized – emerging communities project launch event

On May 20, 2025, the village of Nyírpilis hosted the opening event of the Presence in Emerging Communities (ESF+) project, marking a new milestone in the Emerging Communities (Fete) program, which was launched in 2019. Co-financed by the European Union and Hungary, the project’s aim is to support social inclusion in 300 disadvantaged settlements by 2029. The Fete program is implemented using both domestic and EU funds. The driving force behind the program is a...

Nervous system 2.0: coping with modern life

At Eötvös Loránd University, with support from the European Union, researchers carried out a groundbreaking study to better understand how the human brain is adapting to the fast-paced, information-filled world we live in today. Using cutting-edge tools from neuroscience, psychology, and genetics, the team explored how modern life affects our minds and bodies. Today’s world is packed with constant digital stimuli—emails, notifications, news, pictures, and noise. According to the researchers, we’re being exposed to more...

New momentum on Route 55 – reinforced road surface and safer bicycle paths around Mórahalom

Significant improvements have been made to the section of Route 55 near Mórahalom, supported by the European Union. The goal of the investment was to enhance traffic safety and promote sustainable, environmentally friendly transportation. These developments open new opportunities for local economic growth and community development. As part of the project, 15.7 kilometers of road surface were reinforced to accommodate vehicles with axle loads of up to 115 kN. This road section runs between Mórahalom...

From bombing range to pasture – landscape restoration in the Hortobágy

In the heart of the Hortobágy, near the border of Hajdú-Bihar and Jász-Nagykun-Szolnok counties, lies a vast, uninhabited area that for decades served as a military bombing range. Scars of this past remained visible in the form of thousands of bomb craters, artificial landforms, and unexploded ordnance. But thanks to a large-scale restoration project funded by the European Union, this once dangerous landscape is now being reclaimed by nature — and reborn as pasture. Under...

Music, tradition, and community building: this is how the International Barrel Organ Festival sounds in Keszthely

Located on the shore of Lake Balaton, Keszthely hosts a special musical event every year: the Keszthely International Barrel Organ Festival. Since 2013, the Keszthely Tourism Association has been organizing this unique cultural event in Hungary with the aim of conveying values, preserving traditions, and building community. The festival is an integral part of the city’s cultural life and an important element of the local identity cherished by both residents and returning visitors. Every summer,...

One of the Pillars of Economic Development and Innovation Operational Programme Plus presented at the Industrial Days Trade Fair

Hungary’s largest industrial exhibition, Industrial Days 2025, was held in Budapest from May 13 to 16, 2025. Visitors had the opportunity to explore the latest technological innovations, corporate trends, and a diverse range of conference programs. The four-day event attracted over ten thousand visitors, with the Hungarian Economic Development Agency (hereinafter referred to as “the agency”) participating as an exhibitor. The agency’s involvement was part of the priority project identified by code GINOP_PLUSZ-1.1.1-22-2022-00001, titled “Provision...

Pharmatextil Ltd. developed its production with EU support

The EU-supported development of Pharmatextil Ltd. is part of the company’s technological renewal process. Through the support, the company acquired two special, high-capacity knitting machines that have taken the production of compression stockings to a new level and represented a significant advancement in efficiency alongside lower production costs. Operating since 1990, Pharmatextil Ltd. is a leader in the development of medical and preventive textile products, particularly in the field of leg and arm stockings. The...

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