27/04/2022 (Agence Europe) – On Wednesday 27 April, the European Commission approved a €700 million French scheme to support research, development and innovation projects by companies of all sizes and in all sectors. This measure is part of the ‘France 2030’ recovery programme, which aims to develop industrial competitiveness and future technologies in order to enhance economic recovery in the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic. The scheme also contributes to the EU’s strategic objectives relating to the digital and green transitions. The green light was also given to €18 million in Irish aid to support the road haulage sector in the context of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. More info at: https://aeur.eu/f/1e2 (LC)