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Regions call for stronger local role in EU agriculture, bioeconomy and health policies

During a meeting of the commission for natural resources (NAT) of the European Committee of the Regions (CoR) on 1 June, local and regional representatives adopted draft opinions focusing on the future of the common market organisation in agricultural products, on the development of a competitive and sustainable EU bioeconomy, and on implementation of the EU Safe Hearts Plan.
 
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Regions showcase strategic foresight initiatives at OECD Global Forum on Local Development

The European Committee of the Regions, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the European Association of Development Agencies (EURADA) brought together representatives of regional authorities and development agencies to exchange insights among practitioners on how strategic foresight can support regions.
 
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Sport needs more than Erasmus+: Committee of the Regions and Olympic Committees request EU-wide funding

The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) and the European Olympic Committees (EOC) have urged EU co-legislators to embed sport across all Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) 2028–2034 funding instruments and to ensure that sports organisations have direct, simplified access to EU funds.
 
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Green Transition Forum in Sofia: Locally led energy and climate action is key for Europe’s resilience

European Committee of the Regions President Kata Tüttő on 4 June called for a stronger, decentralised EU investment policy to support competitiveness, resilience and the green transition, arguing that Europe’s climate goals can only be achieved if local communities and businesses are fully involved.
 
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