References

Original Reference: EIDGENOESSISCHES DEPARTMENT fuer Umwelt, Verkehr, Energie und Kommunikation, Bundesamt für Raumentwicklung, Konferenz der Kantonsregierungen, Schweizerische Bau-, Planungs- und Umweltdirektoren-Konferenz, Schweizerischer Städteverband, Schweizerischer Gemeindeverband (Eds.): Raumkonzept Schweiz. Bern.

Brief Summary: This Swiss spatial planning strategy focuses on creating balanced development across regions, emphasizing rural-urban integration. RAPs should focus on regional cooperation, infrastructure development, and sustainable land use. PoliRuralPlus pilots can draw on these principles to enhance spatial cohesion and optimize rural-urban connectivity.

URL: https://www.are.admin.ch/are/de/home/raumentwicklung-und-raumplanung/strategie-und-planung/raumkonzept-schweiz.html

Original Reference: BUNDESAMT FÜR BAUWESEN UND RAUMORDNUNG (BBR) (2005): Raumordnungsbericht 2005. Berichte Bd. 21. Bonn.

Brief Summary: This report discusses Germany's spatial planning frameworks, emphasizing the need for balanced rural and urban development through spatial planning policies. It highlights how spatial policies can address disparities between regions. PoliRuralPlus can use these insights to enhance its Regional Action Plans by incorporating spatial planning tools that foster equitable rural-urban development.

URL: https://www.bbr.bund.de/BBR/DE/Veroeffentlichungen/BBR/Berichte/b21_raumordnungsbericht2005.html

Original Reference: Wollmann, H. (2008): Reformen in Kommunalpolitik und Verwaltung – England, Schweden, Frankreich und Deutschland im Vergleich. Wiesbaden.

Brief Summary: Analyzes leadership models in local governance across several European countries. Recommendations: RAPs should foster local democratic engagement and empower rural leadership to ensure inclusive, bottom-up policy development that reflects both rural and urban needs.

URL: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/232903968_Reforming_Local_Leadership_and_Local_Democracy_The_Cases_of_England_Sweden_Germany_and_France_in_Comparative_Perspective

Original Reference: Revisiting Rural Economic Structural Transformation from the Viewpoint of Regional Linkages,B. Truong Cong ,Economia & Região,2022,2 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Investigates the role of economics in linking rural and urban regions. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on developing economic policies that support both rural and urban areas, ensuring balanced growth through shared economic initiatives like rural-urban trade networks.

URL: https://www.revistas.ufrj.br/index.php/economiaeregiao/article/view/7890

Original Reference: FERRY, M. (2003): Regional Governance in the EU: A Comparative Assessment. EoRPA Paper 03/5. Glasgow.

Brief Summary: Discusses regional governance structures and how they affect regional development in the EU. Implications: Effective governance is crucial for implementing rural-urban integration policies. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on strengthening regional governance to ensure coordinated rural-urban development initiatives.

URL: Regional Governance in the EU

Original Reference: Agricultural transformations, livelihoods and rural-city connections. Policy implications for regional development,Griet Steel +3,2016,

Brief Summary: Focuses on regional growth through rural-urban partnerships. Recommends that PoliRuralPlus emphasize regional collaborations that enhance economic, social, and environmental outcomes through integrated development plans.

URL: Regional Studies Article

Original Reference: Research on the Coupling Development of Rural Tourism and Urbanization,Mufeng Chen ,Proceedings of the 2nd International Seminar on Education Research and Social Science (ISERSS 2019),2019,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Focuses on how regional innovation systems can foster rural-urban collaboration. Recommendations: RAPs should promote innovation hubs in rural areas to support economic diversification and strengthen the linkages between rural industries and urban markets.

URL: https://www.atlantis-press.com/proceedings/iserss-19/125916752

Original Reference: OECD (2013), Rural-Urban Partnerships: An Integrated Approach to Economic Development, OECD Rural Policy Reviews, OECD Publishing, Paris, https://doi.org/10.1787/9789264204812-en.

Brief Summary: Focuses on regional disparities and the role of place-based policies in addressing inequalities. For PoliRuralPlus, this highlights the importance of tailoring rural-urban policies to local conditions and promoting equitable development across regions.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/9789264204812-en

Original Reference: OECD (2020), A Territorial Approach to the Sustainable Development Goals: Synthesis report, OECD Urban Policy Reviews, OECD Publishing, Paris, https://doi.org/10.1787/e86fa715-en.

Brief Summary: Analyzes global regional development trends, highlighting the increasing importance of digital infrastructure and green transition. PoliRuralPlus can use these insights to support sustainable growth and digital innovation in rural areas.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/e86fa715-en

Original Reference: LUCATELLI, S., FINUOLA R., (2007): La Politica Regionale e I territori rurali: il Qiadro Strategico nazionale 2007-2013, in Agriregioneuropa Anno 3 numero 8;

Brief Summary: Reviews Italy’s strategic framework for rural regions. PoliRuralPlus can adapt similar national frameworks to ensure that regional action plans address rural-specific challenges in a comprehensive way.

URL: http://agriregionieuropa.univpm.it/it/content/article/31/8/la-politica-regionale-e-i-territori-rurali-il-quadro-strategico-nazionale-2007-2013

Original Reference: DAX, T., KAHILA, P., HÖRNSTRÖM, L. (2011): The evolution of EU Rural Policy: linkages of Cohesion Policy and Rural Development policy, in Regional Studies Association Annual International Conference. Newcastle upon Tyne.

Brief Summary: This event focuses on the role of innovation in regional development. Implications for rural-urban linkages include fostering regional innovation ecosystems that connect rural and urban stakeholders. RAPs should emphasize building regional partnerships that support innovation, economic resilience, and cross-sectoral collaboration.

URL: https://www.regionalstudies.org/events/annual-conference-2011/

Original Reference: Council of the European Union (2006a): Regulation (EC) no. 1083/2006 laying down general provisions on the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund and the Cohesion Fund and repealing Regulation (EC) No 1260/1999. In: Official Journal of the European Union of 31st July 2006. L 210, pp. 25-78

Brief Summary: This regulation sets out the general provisions for EU structural funds, aimed at promoting economic and social cohesion. Implications: Structural funds are key to addressing disparities between rural and urban regions. Recommendations: Align regional action plans with EU structural funding opportunities to support projects that bridge rural-urban divides. Focus on investments in infrastructure, innovation, and social services to ensure balanced and inclusive development across rural and urban regions.

URL: General Provisions on EU Structural Funds

Original Reference: Council of the European Union (2006c): REGULATION (EC) no. 1198/2006 on the European Fisheries Fund. In: Official Journal of the European Union of 15th August 2006, L223, pp. 1-44

Brief Summary: This regulation outlines the provisions of the European Fisheries Fund (EFF) to support sustainable fisheries and coastal development. Implications: Coastal rural regions depend on fisheries for economic survival, requiring strong rural-urban collaboration. Recommendations: Include fisheries and coastal development in regional action plans, promoting sustainable fisheries management and supporting economic diversification in coastal rural regions. Foster rural-urban cooperation in the fisheries sector, ensuring that coastal communities are resilient and sustainable.

URL: European Fisheries Fund Regulation

Original Reference: Network Governance Arrangements and Rural-Urban Synergy,U. Ovaska +8,Sustainability,2021,5 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Reviews how renewable energy projects can be integrated into rural-urban areas to boost sustainability. PoliRuralPlus should prioritize renewable energy in RAPs to reduce carbon emissions and improve energy security.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/13/7141

Original Reference: Relations and Interactions between Urban and Rural Spaces,Márcia Estela Daltoé Krampe ,International Journal of Advanced Engineering Research and Science,2022,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Investigates how climate change is affecting regional policies. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on climate resilience, implementing policies that support both rural and urban areas in adapting to climate risks while fostering sustainable economic practices.

URL: https://www.idos-research.de/uploads/media/DP_5.2022.pdf

Original Reference: Bache, I. (1998): The Politics of European Union Regional Policy: Multi-level Governance or Flexible Gatekeeping. Sheffield.

Brief Summary: Focuses on rural economic development, particularly challenges facing small businesses. Suggests PoliRuralPlus enhance support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in rural areas to boost economic resilience.

URL: Open Library

Original Reference: Rural-to-urban migration in developing economies: characterizing the role of the rural labor supply in the process of urban agglomeration and city growth,Marco Baudino ,2020,1 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Reviews the importance of fostering innovation for balanced rural-urban development. Implications: RAPs must incorporate innovation as a key driver for rural-urban integration. Recommendations: Establish local innovation networks within RAPs to boost economic growth and sustainability.

URL: https://econpapers.repec.org/article/spranresc/v_3a66_3ay_3a2021_3ai_3a3_3ad_3a10.1007_5fs00168-020-01028-9.htm

Original Reference: Spatial Analysis of Rural–Urban Linkages in Suburbs of Denpasar City,P. Christiawan +2,Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Innovative Research Across Disciplines (ICIRAD 2019),2020,0 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of technology and digital tools in enhancing rural-urban connections. Implications: Technology is a key driver of rural-urban integration. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate technological solutions to improve access to services, education, and markets in rural areas​.

URL: https://www.atlantis-press.com/proceedings/icirad-19/125941761

Original Reference: UNDP (2000): Rural-urban linkages: an emerging policy priority. New York.

Brief Summary: Covers multiple topics on rural development, including digitalization, agriculture, and renewable energy. Encourages integrated policy approaches to rural-urban development through smart villages and enhanced infrastructure to balance urbanization pressures and rural resilience.

URL: https://rural21.com/fileadmin/downloads/2021/en-issue/Rural21_4_2018.pdf

Original Reference: A Framework for the Integration Planning Between Urban and Rural Areas in China:From“City Exploiting Rural Area”to Solving“Three Issues in Rural Area”,Gu Chao-lin ,2013,A14234

Brief Summary: Discusses rural and regional development dynamics. Recommends using integrated approaches to address disparities between rural and urban areas through community engagement and targeted development strategies.

URL: core.ac.uk/download/pdf/33385740.pdf