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400 rural municipalities receive funding to enhance community services

05 Jul 2026, 18:31

The SCI2000 project stands out as the largest European investment aimed at developing integrated community services in Romania. This initiative is a major step forward for rural areas, where approximately 400 municipalities have already received advance payments totaling over 41.2 million euros.

This significant funding transfer, announced by the Ministry of Labor, signals the transition from preparation to the actual implementation of the project in these rural communities. It marks a pivotal moment for the municipalities involved, as they prepare to enhance the quality of life for their residents through improved services.

Other municipalities enrolled in the program will receive their advance payments once they complete and validate the necessary documentation. Ultimately, all eligible communities will benefit from this European funding, reinforcing the commitment to uplift rural areas across the country.