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Mayors voice support for Ekrem İmamoğlu
Mayors across Europe are speaking out on the unlawful detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, and are demanding his immediate release.
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Democratic values at stake in Istanbul
City leaders in the Eurocities network have expressed their strong support for and solidarity with Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, following his arrest by Turkish police.
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Coalition for Higher Ambition calls on EU to commit to 90% emissions reduction
The Coalition for Higher Ambition, which includes Eurocities, is urging EU leaders to support a net domestic emissions reduction target of at least 90% by 2040 and to finally submit an ambitious Nationally Determined Contribution.
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Riga embraces Rail Baltica
Riga is taking on the ambitious infrastructure project Rail Baltica, a high-speed rail project that is set to revolutionise transportation in the Baltic states.
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Mayors voice support for Ekrem İmamoğlu
Mayors across Europe are speaking out on the unlawful detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, and are demanding his immediate release.
2 minute read -
Democratic values at stake in Istanbul
City leaders in the Eurocities network have expressed their strong support for and solidarity with Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, following his arrest by Turkish police.
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Riga embraces Rail Baltica
Riga is taking on the ambitious infrastructure project Rail Baltica, a high-speed rail project that is set to revolutionise transportation in the Baltic states.
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How city-business collaboration can drive a competitive Europe
At the Mayors' Business Forum in Brussels, Europe’s mayors and business leaders stated their joint commitment to build a competitive, sustainable future for Europe.
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How European cities are championing gender equality
As the world marks International Women’s Day, cities across Europe are celebrating the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality. Against a backdrop of rising anti-feminist sentiments and challenges to women's rights, this year's celebrations hold particular significance.
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Driving climate democracy in Grenoble
The Nets4Dem project’s Climate Democracy Lab takes place in Grenoble from 25-27 March. Ahead of the event, we spoke to Hélène Clot, from Grenoble Alpes Metropole, to learn how the city is pioneering new ways to give citizens a direct say in climate action.
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Automotive Industrial Action Plan delays CO₂ targets raising concerns for cities
The European Commission has released the Automotive Industrial Action Plan comprising a series of measures to support the transition of the automotive industry up to 2035. While the plan includes some promising steps, it delays CO₂ reductions, raising concerns about the pace of Europe’s transition to zero-emission mobility.
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Public procurement as a driver for sustainable ICT
Public procurement can drive sustainable ICT by extending product lifespans, reducing e-waste, and using sustainable certifications to ensure ethical, low-impact digital solutions.
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Brussels’ new tool brings the 10-minute city closer to reality
Since 2018, the City of Brussels has sought to become a 10-minute city. Its new interactive mapping tool is taking the city one step closer to achieving this vision.
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Clean Industrial Deal: where is the 2040 target?
The Clean Industrial Deal sets Europe’s direction, but without cities, key funding, and a binding 2040 target, its full potential won’t be realised.
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