An OECD delegation is visiting Extremadura to propose strategic policies after being selected by the European Union for the Talent Boost Mechanism, seeking to strengthen human capital and rural innovation.
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La OCDE (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) has begun an official visit to Extremadura to present strategic recommendations following the selection of the autonomous community in the Talent Development Mechanism of the Unión Europea.
The counselor of Agriculture, Livestock and Sustainable Development in functions, Mercedes Morán, accompanied by the director general of Rural development, María Ángeles Muriel, has received the delegation in TrujilloThe primary objective of this collaboration is to design public policies that enable the retention and attraction of professionals in territories facing structural demographic challenges.
A smart rural development model
In February 2024, Extremadura It was recognized as one of the ten European regions chosen for this program of the UE. As explained Mercedes Morán, the experts of the OCDE They return to the region after a previous phase of data analysis and technical meetings to propose concrete solutions.
"Our goal is to work together, hand in hand, to design policies that truly work to strengthen our human capital, promote social and economic innovation and, of course, to consolidate a model of smart rural development"," the councilor emphasized during the meeting.
Institutional and business agenda
During this week, the international delegation will maintain an intensive schedule that includes visits to leading industrial and agri-food companies in the region. Among the highlights is the synthetic diamond factory of Diamond Foundry and the facilities of Bodegas Habla, examples of investment and added value in the territory.
- Holding a technical session of the Population Table.
- High-level meetings with directors and general secretaries from various areas of the Junta de Extremadura.
- Analysis of local projects for the scalability of talent retention policies.
The key milestones of the integration are detailed below. Extremadura in this European mechanism:
| Milestone / Entity | Action Details | Context |
|---|---|---|
| EU Selection | 10 European regions | February 2024 |
| Advisory Body | OCDE | Analysis and recommendations |
| Industrial Visits | Diamond Foundry y Bodegas Habla | Regional innovation |
| Regional Leadership | Junta de Extremadura | Cross-cutting approach |
For the regional government, the demographic challenge is a cross-cutting priority that affects all departments. "With truly effective policies and by working together, we can achieve great progress," he concluded. Morán.
Key points and frequently asked questions about the Talent Promotion Program in Extremadura
What is the EU Talent Boost Mechanism?
It is a European initiative designed to help regions facing demographic decline to retain and attract skilled people to ensure their future economic growth.
Why is the OECD visiting the Extremadura region?
After being selected as one of the 10 pilot regions in Europe, the OCDE He acts as a technical consultant to analyze data and propose social and economic innovation policies.
Which companies are participating in this analysis phase?
The delegation visits cutting-edge projects such as the technology Diamond Foundry and the winery Bodegas Habla to understand the local business ecosystem.
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