References

Original Reference: MINISTRY OF EMPLOYMENT AND THE ECONOMY (2009): Programme Document of COCO, the Regional Cohesion and Competitiveness Programme. Without place. Online: (last access 15.9.2011)

Brief Summary: Reviews Finland’s KOKO program, which promotes regional cohesion and balanced development. PoliRuralPlus should consider similar regional strategies to ensure cohesive rural-urban development across Europe.

URL: http://www.tem.fi/files/27488/KOKO_ohjelma-asiakirja_en.doc

Original Reference: Growing Communities: Integrating the Social and Economic Benefits of Urban Agriculture in Cape Town,Jane Battersby +1,2013,59 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses the importance of food security and sustainable agriculture in rural-urban contexts. PoliRuralPlus should enhance agricultural practices in RAPs to ensure rural-urban food security and sustainable development.

URL: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10460-012-9374-1

Original Reference: The role of rural–urban linkages in perceived environmental effects of farmers for participation in sustainable food security plans,Naser Shafieisabet +1,Agriculture & Food Security,2021,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This paper discusses the importance of integrating rural food production with urban markets to improve food security. Implication: PoliRuralPlus should focus on strengthening local food systems by improving infrastructure and market access for rural farmers.

URL: https://agricultureandfoodsecurity.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s40066-021-00297-w

Original Reference: Problems in the linkage among agricultural research, rural extension and farmers: An international literature review,F. Landini +2,Outlook on Agriculture,2023,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Examines transformations in the food system and the role of rural-urban linkages in this process. Recommendations: RAPs should emphasize food system innovation, including local food networks and rural-urban food production cooperation.

URL: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/00307270231150691

Original Reference: Rural‐Urban Interdependence: A Framework Integrating Regional, Urban, and Environmental Economic Insights,Junjie Wu +2,2017,18 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses interdependence between rural and urban areas, focusing on the environmental and economic impacts of this relationship. Implications: Highlights the need for policies that balance environmental protection with economic growth. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate environmental sustainability into rural-urban planning frameworks to ensure long-term viability.

URL: Rural‐Urban Interdependence: A Framework Integrating Regional, Urban, and Environmental Economic Insights | Semantic Scholar

Original Reference: SYSTEMS CONNECTIVITY FOR SOUND URBAN POLICY CREATION AND ENHANCEMENT: EXPLORING RURAL-URBAN INTERDEPENDENCIES AND LINKAGES FOR INCLUSIVE CITIES,I. Chirisa +1,Journal of Inclusive Cities and Built Environment,2022,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Research on Urban and Rural Coordination Development and Its Driving Force Based on the Space-time Evolvement Taking Guangdong Province as an Example](https://www.mdpi.com)

URL: Land | Free Full-Text | Research on Urban and Rural Coordination Development and Its Driving Force Based on the Space-time Evolvement Taking Guangdong Province as an Example (mdpi.com)

Original Reference: SPATIAL IDENTIFICATION AND LAND USE OF URBAN-RURAL LINKAGE AREA: A CASE STUDY ON BEIJING'S CENTER CITY,Lin Jia ,2007,A14234

Brief Summary: Spatial Identification and Interactive Analysis of Urban Production—Living—Ecological Spaces Using Point of Interest Data and a Two-Level Scoring Evaluation Model (mdpi.com)](https://www.mdpi.com)

URL: Land | Free Full-Text | Spatial Identification and Interactive Analysis of Urban Production—Living—Ecological Spaces Using Point of Interest Data and a Two-Level Scoring Evaluation Model (mdpi.com)

Original Reference: Urban-Rural Linkages: Research Themes and Directions,D. Funnell ,1988,28 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: The Interaction between Urban and Rural Areas](https://www.mdpi.com/2073-445X/9/10/378)

URL: Land | Free Full-Text | The Interaction between Urban and Rural Areas: An Updated Paradigmatic, Methodological and Bibliographic Review (mdpi.com)

Original Reference: The Integration of the Rural Land Resources in Rural Urbanization Process,Lei Chuan-jian ,2014,A14230

Brief Summary: How to Realize the Integration of Urbanization and Rural Village Renewal Strategies in Rural Areas: The Case Study of Laizhou, China (mdpi.com)

URL: Land | Free Full-Text | How to Realize the Integration of Urbanization and Rural Village Renewal Strategies in Rural Areas: The Case Study of Laizhou, China (mdpi.com)

Original Reference: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/sources/docgener/evaluation/expost2006/urban2_en.htm

Brief Summary: This outlines the future of the EU's cohesion policy, focusing on reducing disparities between regions. Implications: Rural regions must be prioritized in cohesion funding to reduce rural-urban disparities. Recommendations: Ensure RAPs are aligned with cohesion policy goals, particularly in infrastructure development, innovation, and job creation in rural areas.

URL: https://ec.europa.eu/regional_policy/policy/how/future-cohesion-policy_en

Original Reference: KRUGMAN, P. (1991): Geography and Trade. Leuven and Cambridge/Mass.

Brief Summary: This book explores the geographical factors influencing trade and development. PoliRuralPlus can use these insights to improve rural-urban economic connectivity and regional trade policies.

URL: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/geography-and-trade

Original Reference: KERSTEN, J. (2010): Folgen des Lissabon-Urteils des Bundesverfassungsgerichts für die europäische Raumentwicklung. Vortrag für die Tagung über die Zukunft der europäischen Raumentwicklung des Deutschen Verbandes für Wohnungswesen, Städtebau und Raumordnung e.V. am 8. März 2010 in Berlin.

Brief Summary: This document discusses the use of geospatial technologies in land-use planning. Recommendations for PoliRuralPlus include leveraging these technologies to improve data-driven planning for rural-urban areas.

URL: https://www.dvw.de/files/kersten.pdf

Original Reference: Regional network planning and the development of rural transportation using remote sensing techniques,K. M. L. Rao ,1996,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses models for improving road network accessibility between rural and urban regions. Recommendations: RAPs should use GIS-based tools to optimize rural-urban transportation networks, improving access to services and economic opportunities for rural populations.

URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/349967597_GIS-Based_Urban_Road_Network_Accessibility_Modeling_Using_MLR_ANN_and_ANFIS_Methods

Original Reference: The global rural: Gentrification and linked migration in the rural USA,Lise Nelson +1,2011,106 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This research addresses rural gentrification trends, especially linked migration from urban to rural areas. Implication: PoliRuralPlus can explore policies to manage rural gentrification, ensuring affordable housing and inclusive development strategies for incoming urban migrants.

URL: The global rural: Gentrification and linked migration in the rural USA

Original Reference: Hartke, S. (2011): Globalzuschüsse und Regionale Teilbudgets: Was geht – was geht nicht? In: In: Elbe, S. and Langguth F. (Eds.): Finanzierung regionaler Entwicklung. Oder: Geld ist schon wichtig. Aachen. pp. 55 – 67.

Brief Summary: This website covers financial strategies that focus on decentralized financial management in regional development. For PoliRuralPlus, decentralizing funds could empower rural regions to address specific local challenges, encouraging local investment and tailored rural-urban partnership models. Recommendations: Establish regional funding streams for rural development tailored to urban integration needs.

URL: https://www.regionalentwicklung.de/globalzuschuesse-und-regionale-teilbudgets/

Original Reference: Nanetti, R., Leonardi, R. (2011): Multi-level Governance in the EU: Contrasting Structures and Contrasting Results in Cohesion Policy. Paper prepared for the RSA Research Network on Effectiveness, Added Value and Future of EU Cohesion Policy. First Workshop on ‘Multi-level governance and partnership in the EU cohesion policy’ organized by the Institute for European Integration Research (EIF) of the Austrian Academy of Sciences, 28-29th November 2011. Vienna.

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of multi-level governance in driving regional innovation. PoliRuralPlus can adopt similar governance frameworks to foster innovation and rural-urban collaboration​(

URL: https://www.regionalstudies.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/rsa_rsn_5_paper__nanetti.pdf

Original Reference: Bachtler, J., Mendez, C. (2010): The reform of Cohesion Policy after 2013: more concentration, greater performance and better governance. IQ-Net Thematic Paper No. 26 (2). Antwerp.

Brief Summary: Explores governance models that enhance rural-urban partnerships. Recommends implementing stronger governance frameworks in PoliRuralPlus pilots to facilitate cooperation and shared infrastructure across rural-urban divides.

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Original Reference: SOME ISSUES CONCERNING THE URBAN AND RURAL INTEGRATION,Zhao Yan-jin ,2001,

Brief Summary: This case study discusses how changing urban-rural relationships in metropolitan areas can be governed for better integration. Implications: Strong governance frameworks are needed to manage rural-urban dynamics. Recommendations: Apply similar governance structures in RAPs that emphasize cooperation and shared planning between rural and urban authorities​.

URL: The Governance Path of Urban–Rural Integration in Changing Urban–Rural Relationships in the Metropolitan Area: A Case Study of Wuhan, China (researchgate.net)

Original Reference: RAUM & ENERGIE (2009): Stadt-Umland-Kooperation: Stellschrauben zur Staerkung der regionalen Zukunftsgestaltung. Wedel.

Brief Summary: Provides guidelines for fostering cooperation between urban and rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should enhance regional cooperation by establishing clear guidelines for collaborative planning and shared service delivery between urban and rural regions.

URL: https://raum-energie.de/veroeffentlichungen/details/news/leitfaden-stadt-umland-kooperation/

Original Reference: Role of Urban–Rural Linkages in Promoting Sustainable Urbanization,R. Sietchiping +4,2014,13 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: A comprehensive resource on rural development strategies. Implications: Provides valuable insights for RAPs aiming for integrated rural-urban strategies. Recommendations: Leverage best practices from the handbook to refine PoliRuralPlus RAPs​.

URL: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783319132188