The European Commission has given the green light to two significant joint projects in the EU. One project involves a 1.4-billion-euro investment from seven countries to support the hydrogen sector. This initiative is expected to leverage an additional 3.3 billion euros in private investments, with the involvement of major companies like Airbus and BMW across 13 projects. The second project, with a 1-billion-euro budget funded by six countries, focuses on healthcare research and innovation. This endeavor aims to unlock 5.9 billion euros in private investments and includes the participation of companies such as Sanofi and Euroapi in 14 healthcare schemes. Both projects fall under the Important Project of Common European Interest category, allowing for government funding under more flexible state aid rules. This approval signifies a significant step towards enhancing the hydrogen and healthcare sectors within the EU.