IURC Featured in DG REGIO’s Panorama: Showcasing the Global Dimension of EU Cohesion Policy

The IURC programme is proud to be featured in the latest edition of DG REGIO’s flagship publication, Inforegio Panorama, in an article highlighting how EU Cohesion Policy is strengthening international cooperation and delivering tangible global impact.

The feature places a particular spotlight on the IURC Asia & Australasia (IURC AA) activities at the 2026 World Cities Summit in Singapore, where European and international cities came together to exchange experiences on some of today’s most pressing urban challenges. The article showcases how IURC has become a platform for long-term cooperation between cities and regions, fostering partnerships in areas such as climate action, digital transformation, affordable housing, urban innovation and sustainable economic development.

Drawing on the success of the IURC Regional Thematic Workshop e o Habitação a preços acessíveis e coesão social Comunidade de Práticas (CoP) held alongside the Summit, the Inforegio Panorama article features reflections from several renowned city leaders and mayors who underline the value of international collaboration and peer learning. Their contributions demonstrate how the exchange of practical experience is helping cities develop innovative, locally adapted solutions while strengthening partnerships between Europe and countries across Asia and Australasia.

The publication also highlights the European Union’s commitment to extending the benefits of Cohesion Policy beyond its borders through initiatives such as IURC. By connecting local and regional authorities, facilitating Communities of Practice, supporting pilot actions and promoting policy dialogue, IURC contributes to sustainable urban development while reinforcing the EU’s role as a trusted global partner.

The recognition in Inforegio Panorama reflects the growing visibility of IURC and its contribution to advancing international urban cooperation, creating lasting partnerships and supporting the transition towards more resilient, inclusive and sustainable cities and regions worldwide.

Leia o texto completo Inforegio Panorama article: “Cohesion Policy Goes Global”:
https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/whats-new/panorama/2026/07/22-07-2026-cohesion-policy-goes-global_en

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