TAV money included in EU budget deal, says Hollande
Controversial high-speed train part of transport funds
08 February, 17:45
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(ANSA) - Brussels, February 8 - Funds for the high-speed TAV railway are included in those allocated for European transportation, French President Francois Hollande said on Friday following the announcement of the EU 2014-2020 budget deal.
The controversial TAV rail link project between Turin and Lyon has led to violent protests in Italy, but is considered by both countries as a "strategic" and "priority" piece of infrastructure for the entire European Union. Italy has also said the high-speed rail project, known in Italy as the TAV, is an important driver of economic growth.
Opponents of the project contest its high cost and impact on the environment.
The controversial TAV rail link project between Turin and Lyon has led to violent protests in Italy, but is considered by both countries as a "strategic" and "priority" piece of infrastructure for the entire European Union. Italy has also said the high-speed rail project, known in Italy as the TAV, is an important driver of economic growth.
Opponents of the project contest its high cost and impact on the environment.
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