The European Commission has introduced its first European Affordable Housing Plan to combat a housing crisis in the EU, focusing on increasing housing supply and relaxing state aid rules. The plan aims to add 650,000 new dwellings annually, requiring significant public and private investment. Key measures include support for social and affordable housing, legislation on short-term rentals, and mobilizing €11.5 billion from the EU budget. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)