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Summit cities in Europe - 06.01.2010

European summit of local governments (Barcelona)

The European summit of local governments will take place from 22 to 24 February 2010 in Barcelona. It will bring together representatives from local authorities to discuss the role of towns and cities in Europe.

Some 600 local representatives are expected. They will have a chance to meet representatives from national governments, EU institutions and the private sector to debate key issues such as the new economic and financial crisis, the new EU mandates (Commission and Parliament) under the Lisbon Treaty, energy and intermediate local governments.

The last day will be dedicated to "decentralised sessions" held at other venues nearby. These will focus on decentralised cooperation, trade, cohesion policy, culture and the advantages of working within networks (such as CEMR).

The conference website is available in Spanish, Catalan, English and French. It features detailed information about the content of the conference and registration registration open until 15 February 2010).

The event is coorganised by the Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces with the support of the Council of European Municipalities and Regions.