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Right to a fair trial and defence for Ekrem İmamoğlu
In a joint statement, Eurocities, Pact of Free Cities and B40 Balkan Cities Network express grave concern over the proceedings against Ekrem İmamoğlu, elected Mayor of Istanbul, and call for his right to a fair trial and defence to be upheld.
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Ukrainian cities stand strong and build for the future
As Russia’s war continues, Ukrainian cities are defending democracy, protecting their people and preparing to rebuild. At the Eurocities Annual Conference, leaders from Kyiv, Kherson and Mariupol shared what this resilience means in practice.
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Food markets: from tradition to transformation
Particularly in Mediterranean cities, food markets are more than places to shop. They are an essential part of daily life, social interaction and cultural identity. But markets’ presence goes beyond Southern countries.
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Poverty in cities is changing, and becoming harder to escape
As poverty becomes more entrenched and concentrated, cities across Europe are rethinking how they respond, from local services to calls for stronger EU support and funding.
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Cities step up to the challenge of climate democracy
At the Nets4Dem Climate Democracy Lab in Grenoble, hosted by Eurocities and Grenoble Alpes Metropole, cities tested new ways to give residents a direct say in their climate action policies.
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Cities unite to drive a digital future for everyone
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025, held on 2-4 April in Bordeaux Metropole, gathered over 120 city leaders and digital experts to discuss cities' role in digital transformation, focusing on how to safeguard digital rights, inclusivity and security.
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Rome plays sustainably
During the Six Nations Rugby Championship in Rome, another important campaign made its mark off the field. #RomaGiocaSostenibile, Rome Plays Sustainably, is a public awareness campaign designed to tackle traffic congestion and air pollution around major sporting events.
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Vilnius named the 2025 European Green Capital
Vilnius has been named the European Green Capital for 2025. This prestigious title recognises the Lithuanian capital’s dedication to sustainability, climate action, and smart urban development.
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Eurocities Digital Forum places digital rights at the heart of cities
The Eurocities Digital Forum 2025: “Digital rights at the heart of cities” is hosted by Bordeaux Metropole and taking place on 2-4 April 2025. The event will provide cities with the opportunity to exchange best practices, strengthen their advocacy towards EU institutions, and explore innovative digital governance models.
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Integrating micromobility into Oslo’s public transport
As the Move21 and Scale-Up projects hold their final event in Brussels this week, Pia-Suzann Valheim Skulevold, Innovation and Partnership Lead at Ruter, reflects on how MOVE21 helped kickstart the digital integration of city bikes into Oslo's public transport system.
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Cities call for social priorities to be high on the EU agenda
At the Eurocities 'Cities Social Summit,' mayors called on the EU to give cities a stronger role in shaping the European Pillar of Social Rights. Sara Funaro, Mayor of Florence, also signed the 100th city pledge to act on the Pillar's principles.
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Bologna wins European Mobility Week Award
The City of Bologna has been awarded the European Mobility Week Award 2024, recognising its outstanding efforts to promote sustainable urban mobility and reclaim public space for people.
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Unlocking the energy transition: why cities must move beyond subsidies and embrace innovative financing
Cities must move beyond subsidies and embrace innovative financing to accelerate the energy transition. EU support, knowledge sharing, and reduced red tape are key.
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Collaborating beyond boundaries: sustainable mobility for all
From 19–21 March, the Latvian capital hosted local leaders from 45 European cities. ‘Collaborating beyond boundaries: sustainable mobility for all’ is the theme that guided this year’s discussions on how European cities are tackling pressing mobility challenges.
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