The discussion paper aims to provide initial stimuli for areas Germany believes need to be adressed in the design of FP10, without prejudice to the negotiations for the EU’s next multiannual financial framework (MFF). It thus also constitutes a prelude to a further participation process with German stakeholders to develop the German position regarding FP10. The Federal Goverment will define its position regarding to the reorientation of the MFF and the budget of individual programmes in due course with a view to the overall political context. No prior commitments of financial relevance will be made regarding individual topics. In order to fulfill its potential as a facilitator of R&I in Europe, FP10 must:
- be based on the principle of excellence,
- support research for pioneering innovations that is open to all topics,
- exploit the full potential of research for society, for the development of key thechnologies and for a sustainable Europe,
- thus requiring a strategic, cross-programme approach.
FP10 must also:
- be easily understandable and accessible,
- encourage and promote the European Research Area as a whole, and
- pursue a strategic approach regarding international coorperation.
Further Reading
- Federal Ministry of Education and Research (May 2024): German discussion paper in preparation for the 10th EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation
- Science|Business (23.05.2024): FP10 should advance research excellence, stronger security and key technologies, Berlin says
