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The Barcelona statement

The Barcelona statement regarding Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs) launched as a part of the policy framework of the Spanish Presidency of the council of the European Union. It seeks to enhance backing for these sectors, acknowledging their significant social and economic impact within Europe.

This effort aims to boost innovation, to achieve inclusive green and digital transition, to ensure well-being of citizens the improvement of the way we live in cities and the sense of belonging to a Europe for all, the cultural and creative industries.

ekip is an important part of this ten point programme.

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