References

Original Reference: http://www.eurometrex.org/Docs/Expert_Groups/URMA/Urban-rural-relationships-in-metropolitan-areas-of-influence.pdf.

Brief Summary: Examines cooperation between metropolitan areas and their rural surroundings. Recommendations: Use best practices from metropolitan partnerships to address rural-urban challenges in PoliRuralPlus pilots. Promote joint infrastructure and service projects that benefit both urban and rural regions.

URL: http://www.eurometrex.org/Docs/Expert_Groups/URMA/Urban-rural-relationships-in-metropolitan-areas-of-influence.pdf

Original Reference: URBAN-RURAL RELATIONSHIPS IN THE WEST OF ENGLAND,D. Stead ,2002, 6

Brief Summary: This study explores policy concepts and evidence in understanding the dynamics of urban-rural relationships in the West of England. Implications: Focus on shared economic and policy challenges between urban and rural areas. Recommendations: PoliRuralPlus pilots should adopt integrated territorial approaches that enhance collaboration between urban and rural regions in addressing shared economic, infrastructure, and governance challenges.

URL: Urban-Rural Relationships in the West of England

Original Reference: An overview and assessment of the literature on urban form-travel behaviour connections,Soltani ,2005,A14230

Brief Summary: Discusses the complexities and opportunities in managing rural-urban relationships, including governance challenges. Suggests cross-sectoral governance mechanisms for better integrated development policies across rural and urban areas.

URL: Tandfonline Article on Urban-Rural Relationships

Original Reference: Research on Rural Revitalization and Development Methods from the Perspective of Data Driven,Baiwang Qi ,2022 International Conference on Big Data, Information and Computer Network (BDICN),2022,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This paper explores the potential of smart grid technology in balancing energy use between urban and rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should encourage smart energy grids to enhance rural energy efficiency, integrate renewable energy, and promote urban-rural cooperation in energy management.

URL: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9765839

Original Reference: Urban-Rural Synergies: An Explorative Study at the NUTS3 Level,Eveline van Leeuwen ,2015,14 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This study investigates synergies between urban and rural areas in Europe at the NUTS3 level. Implications: It highlights that urban and rural regions are increasingly interdependent, requiring strong collaboration to optimize resource use. Recommendations: PoliRuralPlus pilots should foster regional cooperation across NUTS3 regions, focusing on economic development, resource sharing, and environmental sustainability.

URL: Urban-Rural Synergies at the NUTS3 Level

Original Reference: TACOLI, C. (1998): Rural-urban interactions: a guide to the literature. In: Environment and Urbanization Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 147-166.

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URL: https://www.iied.org/g00478

Original Reference: Urban-Rural Relationships in Feeding Metropolis: A Case Study in Ljubljana Metropolitan Area,G. Sali +5,2014,17 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: This study explores rural-urban synergies across European NUTS3 regions, focusing on economic interdependencies and policy frameworks. Implications: Rural and urban economies are increasingly interlinked, and fostering collaboration can enhance regional resilience. Recommendations: Encourage economic collaboration between urban centers and rural areas in PoliRuralPlus pilots, emphasizing shared economic benefits and fostering cross-regional ties.

URL: Urban-Rural Synergies Study (JSTOR)

Original Reference: http://epp.eurostat.ec.europa.eu/statistics_explained/index.php/Urban-rural_typology_update

Brief Summary: Updates Eurostat's classification of urban and rural areas. Recommendations: Use the updated typology to fine-tune rural-urban linkages in RAPs, ensuring they reflect the latest demographic and spatial data for policy precision.

URL: http://epp.eurostat.ec.europa.eu/statistics_explained/index.php/Urban-rural_typology_update

Original Reference: Rural Development Research and Policy: Perspectives from Federal and State Experiences with an Application to Broadband,Sarah A. Low ,2020,4 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Highlights the importance of broadband in rural development. Implications: Crucial for improving digital connectivity between rural and urban areas. Recommendations: Prioritize broadband infrastructure in RAPs to support digital inclusion and economic growth​​.

URL: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/rural-development-broadband-report.pdf

Original Reference: Using urban networks to gain new insight into old questions: Community, economy, bureaucracy,Zachary P. Neal +2,2021,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This research explores how urban networks can support economic and bureaucratic challenges. Implications for RAP: Urban networks should be leveraged to address rural areas' economic and social needs. Recommendations: RAPs should include mechanisms to foster inter-regional networks and support the integration of rural areas into broader urban systems.

URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/348763819_Using_urban_networks_to_gain_new_insight_into_old_questions_Community_economy_bureaucracy

Original Reference: Virtuous and Vicious Cycles in Rural–Urban Linkages: Cases from Zimbabwe,A. Andersson Djurfeldt ,2012,2 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Explores rural-urban linkages through case studies from Zimbabwe. Recommendations: RAPs should promote policies that break vicious cycles of underdevelopment in rural areas by leveraging urban resources, focusing on education, healthcare, and economic diversification.

URL: https://www.academia.edu/63535360/Virtuous_and_Vicious_Cycles_in_Rural_Urban_Linkages_Cases_from_Zimbabwe

Original Reference: THE ROLE OF INTERMEDIARY CITIES IN STRENGTHENING URBAN-RURAL LINKAGES IN AFRICA,M. Ripp ,2022,A14230

Brief Summary: This webinar highlights the importance of collaboration between urban and rural areas to create resilient territories. Implication: PoliRuralPlus should foster multi-stakeholder partnerships that address shared challenges, such as environmental sustainability and equitable access to resources.

URL: URL-Webinar-TORs.pdf (urbanpolicyplatform.org)

Original Reference: COMMITTEE OF THE REGIONS (2009): White Paper on multilevel governance. CdR 89/2009 fin. Brussels.

Brief Summary: This white paper discusses the importance of multilevel governance in fostering collaboration between local, regional, and national governments to address cross-border issues. Implications: Effective governance across multiple levels is essential for integrating rural and urban development policies. Recommendations: Ensure that regional action plans foster collaboration between different governance levels, including local rural communities, regional authorities, and national policymakers, to promote cohesion and effective implementation of rural-urban policies.

URL: White Paper on Multilevel Governance

Original Reference: LIPTON, M. (1977): Why Poor People Stay Poor: Urban Bias in World Development. Oxford.

Brief Summary: Explores the systemic barriers that keep rural populations in poverty. RAPs can prioritize economic equity, ensuring access to resources and opportunities for rural communities.

URL: https://global.oup.com/academic/product/why-poor-people-stay-poor-9780860030797

Original Reference: Do Rural Infrastructure Investments Benefit the Poor? Evaluating Linkages: A Global View, a Focus on Vietnam,Jocelyn A. Songco ,2002,53 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This World Bank report focuses on creating jobs and economic opportunities in rural regions. For RAPs, fostering job creation through innovation and enhancing rural industries is critical for reducing rural-urban migration. PoliRuralPlus pilots should focus on economic diversification in rural areas to support long-term regional stability.

URL: https://openknowledge.worldbank.org/handle/10986/15195

Original Reference: RURAL-URBAN LINKAGES Zimbabwe,RURAL-URBAN Linkages ,2012,A14230

Brief Summary: Reviews how urban and rural linkages function during humanitarian crises in Zimbabwe. Recommendations: Strengthen resilience in rural areas through infrastructure investments and support for local economies, while improving urban-rural food and resource distribution systems.

URL: https://library.alnap.org/system/files/content/resource/files/main/zimbabwe-acf.pdf

Original Reference: European Commission (2004): Communication. Building our common Future. Policy challenges and Budgetary means of the Enlarged Union 2007-2013. COM(2004) 101 final, Brussels.

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Original Reference: LEGEBY, F. (2001): SPESP, Theme 2.3, case study Sweden. In: CD within Bundesamt für Bauwesen und Raumordnung (2001): Study Programme on European Spatial Planning. Final Report. Forschungen Heft 103.2. Bonn.

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URL: This table highlights key takeaways from the URLs and provides actionable recommendations for improving rural-urban linkages and regional action plans in the context of the PoliRuralPlus project.

Original Reference: Urban land teleconnections and sustainability,K. Seto +9,Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America,2012,643 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: nan

URL: nan

Original Reference: Bosworth G, Annibal I, Carroll T, et al. (2015) Empowering local action through neo-endogenous development; the case of leader in England. Sociologia Ruralis 56(3): 427–449. Crossref ISI Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Focuses on empowering local communities for regional development. PoliRuralPlus should foster bottom-up approaches to strengthen rural resilience​.

URL: https://pure.hud.ac.uk/en/publications/empowering-local-action-through-neo-endogenous-development-the-ca