European Economic
and Social Committee
Statement - EESC opinion NAT/982 A rural proofing tool
Statement by rapporteur Lidija Pavić-Rogošić on the EESC opinion NAT/982 'A rural proofing tool to unlock the full potential of rural areas and communities through better rural-centred EU policymaking for a fair and sustainable EU', which was adopted by the EESC plenary on 23 September 2026.