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Beyond mobility: integrated urban planning for liveable and resilient neighbourhoods
As European cities continue to densify, the question is no longer whether to foster greater use of active travel, shared mobility, and public transport, but how to do so in a way that remains socially inclusive, economically viable and accessible to all.
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From crisis to action: why Europe’s cities are shaping the EU Anti-Poverty Agenda
As inequality rises, housing pressures grow and successive crises leave lasting effects, European cities are sending a clear message: tackling poverty requires action where it is most visible and tangible. Local leaders have recently met with European Commission Executive Vice-President for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness Roxana Mînzatu, stressing that Europe’s fight against poverty depends on strong cooperation between EU institutions and local governments.
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Nothing on European tourism without European tourism destinations
As the European Union prepares to publish its first-ever Sustainable Tourism Strategy in June, cities’ message is clear: as tourism destinations, their local authorities must have a seat at the table. Cities are where tourism concentrates its impact, and therefore where solutions must be tested.
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Where rail starts and ends: cities, crucial to make long-distance travel more sustainable and competitive
In November 2025, the Commission published its EU High-Speed Plan. Its success ultimately depends on what happens in cities. It is in urban areas where passengers transfer, where goods are distributed, and where long-distance corridors meet local realities.
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A fair chance for all cities
Warsaw's mayor, Rafał Trzaskowski, is fighting to ensure cities have the resources they need to improve the lives of citizens.
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A will and a way
Ghent is stepping up in its ambitions to become carbon neutral by 2050 and its mayor believes others should take note.
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Fighting illiberalism
Elected only a few months ago, Budapest's new mayor, Gergely Karácsony, has been working with allies to stand up for cities in Europe.
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Influencing innovation across Europe
Cohesion policy brings many benefits to cities. We caught up with Dario Nardella, Mayor of Florence, to hear his thoughts.
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“We are the Pragma Party”
Why would the European Commission give cities a seat at the table? Our secretary general, Anna Lisa Boni, speaks to goal 12 of our 100 days campaign.
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EDF Munich Keynote Speech by Philip McCann
Following from the exciting EDF in Munich, held on 16-18 October, we have now made the keynote speaker Philip McCann's speech available online for all!
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Interview with Clemens Baumgärtner
At Eurocities Economic Development Forum in Munich, we took a moment to hear from Munich City Council.
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Interview with André Sobczak, deputy mayor, Nantes
André Sobczak chairs EUROCITIES Economic Development Forum, as well as representing Nantes as the deputy mayor in charge of EU policies.
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