Transport and mobility

26 Oct 2026

Strengthening rural economies through integrated approaches – Policy Lab presentations and videos now available

Strengthening rural economies requires integrated approaches combining business development, innovation, skills and essential services, tailored to the needs of different territories. A Rural Pact Policy Lab in Kotka, Finland, explored how these priorities could inform the future National and Regional Partnership Plans (NRPPs).

26 Oct 2026

Territorial equity and the fight against rural depopulation: an overview of Spain’s strategic policy framework

Spain has formally approved its Second National Strategy for Territorial Equity and the Demographic Challenge. Find out more about the country’s policy framework targeting rural depopulation and territorial imbalances in this article from the Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge.

20 Oct 2026

New EU Covenant of Mayors initiative promotes affordable living through integrated local action

A new EU Covenant of Mayors initiative highlights how integrated approaches to housing, energy and mobility can make everyday life more affordable and accessible. The initiative also addresses challenges affecting rural communities, particularly transport dependence, energy costs and access to essential services.