References

Original Reference: Rodríguez-Pose, A. and R. Fitjar (2013), “Buzz, Archipelago Economies and the Future of Intermediate and Peripheral Areas in a Spiky World”, European Planning Studies, Vol. 21/3, pp. 355-372

Brief Summary: Investigates innovation ecosystems in rural regions. Implications: Supports RAPs in fostering innovation as a key driver for regional development. Recommendations: Create innovation hubs in rural areas to stimulate economic diversification​.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/09654313.2012.716246

Original Reference: Bassanini, A. (2002), “Growth, Technological Change, and ICT Diffusion: Recent Evidence from OECD Countries”, Oxford Review of Economic Policy, Vol. 18/3, pp. 324-344

Brief Summary: Analyzes regional economic policy and its impact on rural areas. Recommendation: Focus on policies that enhance local economic development in rural areas, while fostering stronger ties with urban markets to support rural economies, particularly through value chains and regional governance structures in PoliRuralPlus action plans.

URL: DOI: 10.1093/oxrep/18.3.324

Original Reference: OECD (2021), Mining Regions and Cities Case of Västerbotten and Norrbotten, Sweden, OECD Rural Studies, OECD Publishing, Paris

Brief Summary: Discusses the importance of rural-urban partnerships for sustainable regional growth. Implications: Encourages a focus on collaboration between rural and urban stakeholders in PoliRuralPlus pilots. Recommendations: Promote cross-sectoral partnerships and joint projects that link rural and urban development efforts for mutual benefit.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/802087e2-en

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Brief Summary: Reviews OECD strategies for regional sustainable growth. PoliRuralPlus should adopt similar strategies to ensure that RAPs balance economic, social, and environmental objectives across rural-urban regions.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/3197152b-en

Original Reference: OECD (2021), Implications of Remote Working Adoption on Place Based Policies: A Focus on G7 Countries, OECD Regional Development Studies, OECD Publishing, Paris

Brief Summary: Explores the framework for assessing well-being at the regional level. Implications: PoliRuralPlus can utilize this as a benchmarking tool for evaluating the success of regional pilots. Recommendations: Focus on regional disparities in well-being and use data-driven approaches to monitor rural-urban integration outcomes.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/b12f6b85-en

Original Reference: Pernin, J. et al. (2019), “L’attractivité des territoires ruraux chez les jeunes : une approche par les déterminants psychosociologiques de l’intention de rester vivre”, Revue Jeunes et Société, Vol. 4/2, pp. 50-68

Brief Summary: This article rethinks the traditional dichotomy between rural and urban areas. Recommendations: Use a holistic approach in RAPs, focusing on enhancing social, economic, and environmental synergies between rural and urban areas, promoting integrated development.

URL: https://doi.org/10.7202/1070496AR

Original Reference: Jiang, J. (ed.) (2019)

Brief Summary: Examines the growth of ride-hailing services. Implications: Could serve as models for improving rural mobility through digital platforms. Recommendations: Leverage ride-hailing apps to enhance mobility in under-served rural areas, linking them to urban hubs.

URL: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/01/04/more-americans-are-using-ride-hailing-apps/

Original Reference: France Clusters (2015), Compte rendu des travaux 2015 de la MCDR

Brief Summary: Highlights the role of clusters in fostering rural innovation and economic development. Implications: Innovation clusters can drive rural competitiveness. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on fostering rural innovation clusters, connecting them with urban research and development centers to stimulate regional growth.

URL: France Clusters Report

Original Reference: Ana P., C., O. Darova and D. McKenzie (2022), Capacity Building as a Route to Export Market Expansion: A Six-Country Experiment in the Western Balkans, The World Bank

Brief Summary: Investigates the impacts of urbanization on rural areas and proposes strategies to mitigate negative effects. Suggests focusing on inclusive development, rural infrastructure, and enhancing rural livelihoods in PoliRuralPlus action plans.

URL: World Bank Policy Paper

Original Reference: Flyvbjerg B (2006) Five misunderstandings about case-study research. Qualitative Inquiry 12(2): 219–245. Crossref ISI Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Investigates how rural identities shape resilience to social and environmental changes. Implications: Strong rural identities foster resilience. Recommendations: RAPs should leverage rural cultural identities to build more resilient and cohesive communities.

URL: Qualitative Inquiry on Rural Identity

Original Reference: Melece, L., P. Kogut and I. Shena (2020), “Attractiveness of rural areas: development of initial definition”

Brief Summary: Highlights the role of technology in developing rural infrastructure. PoliRuralPlus can integrate smart technology into RAPs to enhance rural-urban infrastructure and connectivity.

URL: https://doi.org/10.22616/ERDev.2020.19.TF522

Original Reference: Mahroum, S. et al. (2007), Rural Innovation, National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts

Brief Summary: Highlights innovation strategies for rural areas to spur economic growth. PoliRuralPlus RAPs can focus on fostering innovation hubs in rural regions to promote entrepreneurship and rural-urban connectivity.

URL: https://media.nesta.org.uk/documents/rural_innovation.pdf

Original Reference: Nyrhinen J, Tantarimäki S, Koivisto J, et al. (2015) Kyläkaupan Palveluopas. Finland: University of Turku, University of Jyväskylä, PTY. https://www.pty.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/tiedostot/Julkaisut/Esitteet/Kylakaupan_palveluopas_web.pdf (Last accessed 24 September 2021). Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Provides guidance on how to maintain service delivery in rural shops, crucial for sustaining local economies. Recommends improving logistical and service connections between rural and urban areas, which can inform PoliRuralPlus actions for supporting local businesses.

URL: https://www.pty.fi/fileadmin/user_upload/tiedostot/Julkaisut/Esitteet/Kylakaupan_palveluopas_web.pdf

Original Reference: OECD (2020), Rural Well-being: Geography of Opportunities, OECD Rural Studies, OECD Publishing, Paris

Brief Summary: Discusses how well-being and innovation are interconnected in rural development. PoliRuralPlus should foster innovation that enhances community well-being, focusing on local solutions that address specific challenges.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/d25cef80-en

Original Reference: OECD (2020) Rural well-being: geographies of opportunities. Available at: https://www.oecd.org/cfe/rural-well-being-d25cef80-en.htm (accessed 27 September 2021). Google Scholar

Brief Summary: Examines well-being disparities between urban and rural areas. The report calls for policies that improve living standards in rural areas by focusing on health, education, and economic opportunities. PoliRuralPlus should prioritize well-being as a key metric for assessing rural-urban integration efforts.

URL: https://www.oecd.org/cfe/rural-well-being-d25cef80-en.htm

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Brief Summary: Investigates how population movements between rural and urban areas affect regional planning. PoliRuralPlus should incorporate migration patterns into RAPs to address workforce and demographic changes effectively.

URL: https://ui.adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/2017GeogJ.183...34N/abstract

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Brief Summary: Explores interactions between rural and urban regions for sustainable regional development. Recommends enhancing collaboration between rural and urban stakeholders in RAPs to improve economic and social linkages.

URL: https://ouci.dntb.gov.ua/en/works/4zEJrrQ7/

Original Reference: Baldwin, J. (2004), “Trade Liberalization: Export-market Participation, Productivity Growth, and Innovation”, Oxford Review of Economic Policy, Vol. 20/3, pp. 372-392

Brief Summary: Explores partnerships between rural and urban areas across Europe. Suggests PoliRuralPlus pilots develop governance models that encourage cooperation and mutual benefits between rural and urban stakeholders, particularly in infrastructure and economic initiatives.

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Original Reference: OECD (2022), Strengthening FDI and SME Linkages in Portugal, OECD Publishing, Paris

Brief Summary: Explores the concept of rural-urban partnerships and their role in promoting integrated economic development. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Rural-urban partnerships are vital for balanced development. Recommendation: Foster collaborative RAPs that emphasize partnerships between rural and urban areas to promote mutual benefits.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/d718823d-en

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Brief Summary: This study examines the quality of life differences between rural and urban populations. Implications: These differences should inform policy interventions to balance rural-urban living standards. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize reducing rural-urban quality of life gaps, particularly by improving infrastructure and service provision in rural areas.

URL: https://eprints.ncl.ac.uk/139216