Industrial change and smart specialisation

The EU takes a market-driven approach to industrial change, as industrial dynamics are increasingly determined by market forces and exposure to globalisation. However, smart specialisation needs to take account of regional diversities and cannot use a one-size-fits-all approach. Sustainable development strategies have to be based on information and expertise drawn from all levels to assess comparative advantages and create an effective partnership between civil society, business and public authorities at regional, national and EU level. This workshop facilitated the exchange of good practice form the sustainable development pacts and other forms of trans-national cooperation that support innovative regional strategies and creative industries.

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Quelle: European Commission July 2011