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Coimbra-led CoP Sets Roadmap for International Human Smart Living Lab Network

The Urban Cooperation Action Plan (UCAP) for the Community of Practice focusing on the International Human Smart Living Lab Network has been approved, providing a clear roadmap for the member cities of Coimbra (CoP 11 coordinator), Cork, Adelaide, Christchurch and Jeonju to progress cooperation activities and study visits under the IURC. The CoP – coordinated by Coimbra – aims to...

From Plans to Action: Indian Cities Drive EU–India Urban Cooperation Forward

EU–India city partnerships are moving from knowledge exchange to implementation—delivering scalable, climate-smart urban solutions across India Across India, cities are beginning to translate international cooperation into real, field-based change—from mountain towns shaping sustainable tourism to industrial cities rethinking waste and mobility systems. Under the International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) Programme, this shift from planning to implementation is gaining momentum,...

IURC Sustainable Tourism CoP progresses Urban Cooperation Action Plan during third coordination meeting

The third meeting of the Sustainable Smart Tourism Community of Practice (CoP) under the International Urban and Regional Cooperation (IURC) programme was held on 12 February 2026, marking a key step in advancing the partnership’s Urban Cooperation Action Plan (UCAP) and preparing cities for the next phase of technical exchange and pilot development. Convened by Paolo Guarnieri from the Municipality...

Granada and Zhengzhou Explore Tourism and Agriculture Collaboration

Granada Province and Zhengzhou City held their first coordination meeting on 22 December within the framework of the International Urban and Regional Cooperation Programme (IURC), marking the start of discussions on potential areas of collaboration and the development of a future partnership. The online meeting brought together representatives from both sides to exchange regional profiles, strategic priorities, and initial ideas for...