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A message from Ekrem İmamoğlu: “Democracy will prevail”
In a letter to accept the City Heroes award at the Eurocities Awards 2026, Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, states that the honour is a powerful message of solidarity with the people of Istanbul and everyone defending democracy in Turkiye and across Europe.
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Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, Oulu and Stockholm win Eurocities Awards 2026
This year’s winners showed exceptional dedication to driving lasting urban improvements, strengthening local democracy and building fairer, greener and more resilient cities for everyone.
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Buying zero-emission buses: procurement that reshapes operations and infrastructure
European cities are moving from pilots to full deployment of zero-emission buses. Lessons from Utrecht, Rome and London show how planning, procurement and governance shape the transition, highlighting both the opportunities and complexities of electrifying public transport at scale.
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Why public procurement matters now: how cities are shaping markets and delivering change
From Oslo to Madrid, cities are using public procurement to drive climate action, innovation and social goals. But legal uncertainty and limited capacity still hold them back across Europe.
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“Cities are key implementers of the European Pillar of Social Rights”
Katarina Ivanković-Knežević, Director of Social Rights and Inclusion at the European Commission, speaks with Eurocities about the European Pillar of Social Rights and cities’ role in implementing its principles.
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Urban Pioneers: Munich’s Head of the Equal Opportunities Office
Munich's Head of the Equal Opportunities Office for Women is committed to breaking gender barriers and encouraging women to fully realise their potential.
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A new agenda for the EU in the urban century
Ahead of next year's European elections, Burkhard Jung, President of Eurocities and Mayor of Leipzig, explains why cities are uniquely positioned to shape a sustainable and prosperous future for Europe.
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From Finland to Ukraine, two busloads of support
Earlier this month, Turku sent public transport vehicles and aid to Kharkiv, proving that the two Eurocities members are twins in war and peace.
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Urban Pioneers: Amsterdam’s Bicycle Mayor
In the latest interview in our series, we cycle through the Dutch city with a special urban leader: Katelijne Boerma, who promotes cycling progress in her city.
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Brussels’ low-emission zone successfully clears the air
In just four years, the Brussels Capital Region's low-emission zone has helped to lower harmful air pollutant by record numbers, a new report shows.
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From COP28 to cities, culture’s role in climate action
International initiatives involve local authorities to prove the cultural sector is a player in climate policy, planning and action.
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“My name is not doll”: cities against gender-violence
Across Europe, different urban initiatives are pursuing the same goals: rooting out misogyny and gender-based crimes while supporting survivors.
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Reality vs fabrication: who is behind the information we consume
In an era increasingly defined by the omnipresence of artificial intelligence, the distinction between human-generated content and that crafted by digital technologies becomes ever more elusive.
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In cities, the tide is rising against gender violence
From prevention to crisis centres, cities are multiplying efforts to tackle crimes against women. Here's a look at Eurocities members' initiatives as part of the international campaign to end gender-based violence.
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