Sectoral dialogue has also led to agreements on working time and training. While the Commission welcomes the support of the social partners in implementing the employment guidelines, it emphasises the need for an even greater effort in this field, particularly with reference to the adaptability pillar, which is primarily the responsibility of the social partners. Commitments by Member States 5. Commitments by the Commission 6. The Commission will continue to support the Member States in promoting employment.
Investment is fundamental to economic and employment growth.
The reformed Structural Funds will be the main EU support in promoting this type of investment. The European Social Fund in particular aims to support the European employment strategy and the NAPs. The Communication reiterates the role of the new integrated rural development policy and mentions the financial instruments of the European Investment Bank and the European Investment Fund, with which the Commission intends to step up cooperation. Specific EU programmes in the area of education and vocational training, e.g. Leonardo and Socrates , are also increasingly directed towards promoting employment. In order to enhance the impact of Community action with regard to infrastructure investment, the Commission proposes to substantially increase the total amount of Community aid to trans-European transport networks.