Ahead of the upcoming European elections in 6-9 June 2024, elected representatives from the European Committee of the Regions – the EU's assembly of local and regional authorities – and the European Parliament reinforced their cooperation to promote democratic engagement and contribute to an open public debate on EU's challenges and opportunities.

The Memorandum of Understanding, signed by Vasco Alves Cordeiro, President of the European Committee of the Regions, and Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, underscores their shared commitment to amplifying the voices of citizens and local authorities in shaping the European Union's future trajectory. With the upcoming 10th European Summit of Regions and Cities in Mons, Belgium, serving as a platform for further discussions on the pivotal role of local solutions in addressing global challenges, this collaborative effort signals a concerted push towards enhancing grassroots democracy and fostering inclusive governance within the EU.

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