The European Commission recently made several key decisions regarding state aid to support strategic technologies and various industry sectors. The Commission amended the Guidelines on Regional State Aid to enable Member States to provide higher levels of support for investment projects falling under the Strategic Technologies for Europe Platform. This move aims to boost innovation and economic development in less advantaged regions of Europe. In a positive development for the hydrogen sector, the Commission approved a significant state aid package of up to €1.4 billion for the hydrogen value chain. This funding will facilitate research, innovation, and the initial industrial deployment in this crucial sector across seven Member States, with an expected completion timeframe of 2031. Furthermore, the Commission greenlighted state aid schemes in various countries for different purposes. In the Czech Republic, a €3.2 billion scheme was approved to bolster high-efficiency combined heat and power generation. France received approval for a €4 billion scheme focused on decarbonisation in the manufacturing sector, emphasizing emission reduction and energy efficiency improvements. Germany secured a €1.7 billion scheme to support rail freight operators, with the goal of promoting a modal shift from road to rail transport. Lastly, the Commission endorsed the first Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) in the health sector, with up to €1 billion in state aid allocated by six Member States. This initiative intends to drive research, innovation, and industrial deployment in healthcare and pharmaceutical production, aiming to accelerate advancements in medical technology and enhance the health industry's resilience. The complete implementation of this healthcare-centric IPCEI is slated for 2036. These decisions highlight the European Commission's commitment to fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic growth across strategic sectors, while also ensuring compliance with state aid regulations and promoting regional development within the EU.