The European
Association of Independent Performing Arts expresses great concern at
the just presented EU Commissioners, as no resort for culture is
planned.
Art, culture, cultural exchange, creative
industries are an important part of European Identity and the
creation of value. Taken together, this area generates more jobs in
Europe than the automobile industry.
When talking about a
European Identity, people living in the EU will mention Art and
Culture to be amongst the most important factors. Art and culture
always define essential features to describe a positive image of
Europe.
The actors of culture, the arts and the creative
industries need a voice and a political responsibility on a European
level and within the European Commission.
The European
Federation of the Independent Performing Arts demand a correction in
this important structural decision and ask the latest Commission
President to explain why the proposals for the newly appointed
Commissioners do not include a Commissioner for Culture at the
current time.
