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Ekrem İmamoğlu, Mayor of Istanbul, has been awarded the fifth edition of the Mayor Paweł Adamowicz Award for his defence of democracy, solidarity and the independence of local government in the…

For his unyielding defence of democracy, solidarity and the independence of local government facing autocratic tendencies and attempts at disqualification, Ekrem İmamoğlu, the Mayor of Istanbul, has…

Year of upgraded relations with local and regional authorities in enlargement countries ends with flurry of meetings.

Freedom, local democracy and gender equality honoured by this year's shortlist of Mayor Paweł Adamowicz Award

Local and regional leaders shared with Commissioner McGrath their determination to contribute to EU’s effort to protect and support elections, the information space and democratic participation.

International summit strengthens municipal partnerships and support for local administrations in Ukraine.

At a summit of regions and cities, the European Committee of the Regions also stresses the potential for local and regional partnerships.

New dynamic towards enlargement is also increasing need for deeper engagement of regions and municipalities.

Deputy Prime Minister Gherasimov wants relationship with European Committee of the Regions to be upgraded and intensified.

EU local and regional leaders condemn arrests in Türkiye, highlight threats to governance in Western Balkans, and praise example of cross-border Capital of Culture.

Also on #CoRplenary agenda: growth, EU enlargement, Türkiye, automotive industry and Oceans Pact.

CIVEX meeting also sees launch of training programme for Ukrainian officials and a debate on the EU's upcoming Internal Security Strategy.