The Eurobarometer’s survey offers a very detailed (and mainly pessimistic) view of the European public opinion at regional level in 2015. It has been published in October under the title: “Public opinion in the EU regions“. The survey was realised by interviewing citizens aged 15+ from all the 28 EU member States and living in one of the 209 considered European regions (a mix … [Read more...]
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Sub-national diplomacy brings answers to the refugee crisis
The political declaration that leaders from Europe and Africa adopted at yesterday's Valletta summit on migration in the Maltesian island in the Mediterranean states "we agree to respond decisively and together manage migration flows in all their aspects, guided by the principles of solidarity, partnership and shared responsibility". "Working together on the current … [Read more...]
These are the candidates for the new Executive Board & MEG
The General Assembly on 1 December in Brussels will be electing the new members of its Executive Board. These are the applications received: The President Dr Hande Özsan Bozatli, Istanbul (TR) Download the application The Vice-President Treasurer Magnus Berntsson, Västra Götaland (SE) Download the application The Vice-President for Equal Opportunities & … [Read more...]
Because semantics matter: migrant, refugee, asylum seeker, lets use the right words
Migrant vs. refugee: What's the difference? (CNN) The difference between a migrant and a refugee marks a crucial distinction for European countries receiving new arrivals. Refugees, as defined under the 1951 Refugee Convention, are entitled to basic rights under international law, including the right not to be immediately deported and sent back into harm's way. "The … [Read more...]
AER Political Priorities
Ratified by AER General Assembly 2015 In these troubled times of crisis, when confidence in public institutions is decreasing and there is a tendency for everyone to focus efforts on their own communities, regions have to be the leaders for change. The end goal of regional authorities must always primarily be to make their territory the best possible place to live for their … [Read more...]
Raising citizens’ awareness on sustainable energy
The project Cleaner Energy Saving Mediterranean Cities (CES-MED) has released a handbook, aiming at helping Southern Mediterranean municipalities develop a plan to raise citizens' awareness on energy saving and energy efficiency. The manual will guide you step-by-step on how to create an Citizens’ Awareness Promotion Plan that aims to tackle wasteful behaviour and secure … [Read more...]
One year after the revolution, European regions confirm their support to the regions of Tunisia
Tunis (TN), 14 June 2012 Michèle Sabban, President of the Assembly of European Regions (AER), has placed training at the heart of her three-day official visit to Tunisia, the third since the beginning of the Jasmine Revolution. During a meeting with Moustapha Ben Jaafar, President of the National Constituent Assembly, she emphasized the importance of training for young … [Read more...]
AER will compile for ARLEM a report on sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean
Strasbourg (F), 1 February 2012 During its plenary session, the Euro-Mediterranean Regional and Local Assembly (ARLEM) officially appointed Michèle Sabban, President of the Assembly of European Regions (AER), to prepare a report on sustainable tourism in the Mediterranean. The report will be submitted by AER at the next general assembly of ARLEM. Launched in 2010, … [Read more...]
Local and regional leaders urge Barroso to draw up ambitious EU budget and to consider their role in Europe 2020 strategy
Brussels, 16 June 2011 European local and regional leaders called on European Commission President Barroso to put forward “ambitious EU budget proposals” in order to stimulate the economy and asked that municipalities and regions be given an active role in the design and implementation of the Europe 2020 strategy. This call was made two weeks prior to the … [Read more...]
AER at Euro-Mediterranean Energy Efficiency forum: presenting Regions’ role to develop clean technologies
Regions in pole position to lead energetic revolution Monaco, 26 April 2010 Representing the Assembly of European Regions (AER), President Michèle Sabban attended the Euro-Mediterranean Energy Efficiency Forum in Monaco. Held by Johnson Controls and the Prince Albert II of the Monaco Foundation, the event has brought together 160 policy makers, NGOs and stakeholders … [Read more...]
AER and Valencia region highlight role of regional cooperation in fighting the effects of climate change
Valencia hosts 14th AER Summer School Valencia (E), 26 August 2009 AER secretary-general Klaus Klipp underlined in his speech at the 14th AER Summer School opening in Valencia the paramount importance that cooperation between regions in EU programmes and projects plays in tackling climate change. Mr. Klipp emphasised the need to create regional lobbies to stand up for … [Read more...]
The Assembly of European Regions launches an International Solidarity Network
Dijon (F), 16 October 2006 The AER "International Solidarity Network" was launched today in Dijon Bourgogne-F by the 'Regional Partnership' Working Group of the Assembly of European Regions (AER), in the presence of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Chaired by Marie-Francoise Muller, Vice-President of the Regional Council of Bourgogne, the founding regions of … [Read more...]
Ongoing Decentralisation in Turkey
Strasbourg (F), 21 September 2006 Since last year, the Presidents of the Turkish Provinces* have been elected by the Provincial Council, the members of which are directly elected by the citizens. But this institutional reform in Turkey is only one step in an ongoing process. The role of the regions in Turkey will further increase. This was the main issue discussed between … [Read more...]
Illy: Hold on to the Vision of a United Europe! 60th Anniversary of Winston Churchill’s Zurich speech
Strasbourg (F), 18 September 2006 'Because of the political crisis into which the European Union has fallen since the breakdown of the ratification process of the European Constitutional Treaty, citizens of Europe need a clear sign from politics. We want and we need the European Union for peace, security and prosperity. We do not need less Europe, but more. We do not need less … [Read more...]
Building bridges between Regions: The AER explores new opportunities for interregional cooperation
Palma de Mallorca, 4 October 2004 Developing its key role of bringing the European Regions closer together, the Assembly of European Regions (AER) has risen to a new challenge: to develop North-South cooperation between the regions of the European continent and their neighbours in the Southern Mediterranean. The Region of Illes Balears-E, living up to its … [Read more...]