European Union records growth in innovation performance
The 2026 European Innovation Scoreboard reveals that the EU has seen its overall innovation performance increase by 11.6 percentage points since 2019, according to the European Commission.
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The European Commission has released the 2026 European Innovation Scoreboard, indicating a sustained upward trend in the continent's innovation capabilities. Data from the report confirms that the European Union's overall score has risen by 11.6 percentage points since 2019. This improvement highlights a strengthening in regional performance amidst increasing levels of global competition.
The findings, published on 9 July 2026, serve as a key metric for tracking the bloc's progress in research and technological advancement. While the scoreboard points to measurable gains, the European Commission emphasises the ongoing importance of maintaining this momentum to ensure Europe remains competitive on the international stage.
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