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27 Apr 2026

Join the EESC stakeholder workshop on rural proofing on 4 May!

The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is organising an interactive stakeholder workshop as part of the preparation of its own-initiative opinion on rural proofing. The workshop takes place on 4 May at the EESC premises in Brussels.

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Analysing rural start-up entrepreneurship: new OECD-JRC insights from Portugal
27 Apr 2026

Analysing rural start-up entrepreneurship: new OECD-JRC insights from Portugal

A new working paper explores how geography shapes entrepreneurship in Portugal, challenging the usual narrative. While start-up rates appear lower in rural areas than in urban ones, this gap reverses once demographic and sectoral differences are taken into account.

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23 Apr 2026

Study details policy recommendations on European Commission’s proposed MFF for 2028-2034

A new report commissioned for the European Parliament’s Regional Development Committee looks at the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) proposed for 2028-2034 and the risks and opportunities for cohesion policy and regional development.

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22 Apr 2026

Celebrating LEADER/CLLD and looking to contribute to the Croatian NRPP

The LEADER community acting for rural areas in Croatia came together on 23-25 March in Terme Tuhelj to discuss how Local Action Groups (LAGs) and Fisheries LAGs could participate in the planning for the country’s National and Regional Partnership Plan (NRPP). Speakers from around the EU explained the benefits of stakeholder involvement in developing rural areas.

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21 Apr 2026

The Rural Tourism Community Group and its role within the Rural Pact: objectives and actions for 2026

Tourism is a key part of the rural economy and society but one that is often overlooked. This article spotlights the Rural Tourism Community Group and its work to connect stakeholders, help them advocate for rural tourism and reach the sector’s full potential.

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20 Apr 2026

Spotlight on Integrated Territorial Investments in rural areas: insights from the EPRC

EU cohesion policy promotes territorial instruments as frameworks for implementing funding in a more place-based way. This article looks at one of the most prominent available models, Integrated Territorial Investments (ITIs), and their use in rural areas.

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17 Apr 2026

European Commission presents first-ever strategy on intergenerational fairness

The European Commission has adopted its first strategy on intergenerational fairness which seeks to ensure that current decisions fairly distribute benefits and burdens across generations. The strategy addresses how territorial disparities and unequal access to opportunities affect rural residents.

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16 Apr 2026

Five EU-funded projects shed light on advancing gender equality in agriculture and rural areas

Gender equality in agriculture and rural areas is essential to promote social justice, food security and sustainable development. Explore the key findings and recommendations from five Horizon Europe projects in a policy brief from the European Commission.

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