Q. Consider the following statements about Global Gateway Plan:
1. The plan aims to invest €300 billion ($340 billion) globally in infrastructure, digital and climate projects by 2050.
2. The Plan will be implemented in a Team Europe approach that brings together funding by the EU, its Member States and European financial institutions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

About Global Gateway Plan:

  • The plan aims to invest €300 billion ($340 billion) globally in infrastructure, digital and climate projects by 2027. This will help strengthen health, education and research systems across the world.
  • The investment will be made in projects that can be delivered with high standards, good governance, and transparency while ensuring financial sustainability at the same time.
  • Implementation of Gateway Plan:The Plan will be implemented in a Team Europe approach that brings together funding by the EU, its Member States and European financial institutions. The plan will also require buy-ins from international institutions and the private sector as well.
  • The Plan is considered as an offshoot of the Build Back Better World (B3W) Initiative.
  • The plan is being seen as a European effort to challenge China’s Belt and Road Initiative which was launched in 2013 and funds infrastructure projects in the developing world.

Source: EPIC December 2021

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