References

Original Reference: Smart Dairies — Enablement of Smart City at Gross Root Level,J. Vuppalapati +4,International Conference on Big Data Computing Service and Applications,2017,8 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of digital infrastructure in bridging rural-urban divides. Implications: Digital connectivity is essential for economic development in rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize expanding digital infrastructure to enhance rural-urban integration and economic opportunities.

URL: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/8269005

Original Reference: https://nicre.co.uk/case-studies/rural-coworking-toolkit/

Brief Summary: NICRE’s toolkit provides practical guidance for creating coworking spaces in rural areas, enhancing rural employment and digital connectivity. Implications: Rural coworking hubs can foster economic activity and remote work opportunities. Recommendations: Include coworking spaces in RAPs to boost entrepreneurship, remote work, and attract urban talent to rural areas​.

URL: https://nicre.co.uk/case-studies/rural-coworking-toolkit/

Original Reference: Food Systems and Environment: Building Positive Rural-Urban Linkages,C. Francis +4,2005,A142320

Brief Summary: Discusses migration patterns between urban and rural areas, emphasizing the need for balanced development. Implications: Migration trends affect regional balance. Recommendations: RAPs should account for migration patterns and aim to create attractive opportunities in rural areas to balance rural-urban migration flows.

URL: JSTOR Article on Rural Development

Original Reference: Livelihood strategies and their implications for rural-urban linkages : The case of Wolenkomi town and the surrounding rural kebeles Working papers on population and land use change in central Ethiopia,Mohammed Seraje ,2007,A14238

Brief Summary: Highlights rural development strategies from African countries. PoliRuralPlus can adapt best practices from diverse regions to enhance rural-urban cohesion.

URL: https://www.africabib.org/rec.php?RID=Q00059012

Original Reference: Gellner, D. (2011): Regionalisierte Förderung der ländlichen Entwicklung in Sachsen – Erfahrungen und Ausblick. In: Elbe, S. and Langguth, F. (Eds.): Finanzierung regionaler Entwicklung. Oder: Geld ist schon wichtig. Aachen. pp. 55 – 67.

Brief Summary: Describes rural development initiatives in Saxony, Germany. PoliRuralPlus could apply these insights to improve RAPs by integrating Saxony's successful rural-urban strategies.

URL: https://www.regionalentwicklung.de/foerderung-der-laendlichen-entwicklung-in-sachsen/

Original Reference: HANQUET, T., DE BOE, P. (1999): River agreement “Haute Meuse”. In: CD within Bundesamt für Bauwesen und Raumordnung (2001): Study Programme on European Spatial Planning. Final Report. Forschungen Heft 103.2. Bonn.

Brief Summary: Discusses rural development initiatives in Bangladesh. PoliRuralPlus can draw from these projects to implement community-based rural development strategies that promote local participation and sustainable resource use.

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Original Reference: Re) Pensando o Conceito do Rural,Karina Furini da Ponte ,2004, 1

Brief Summary: Discusses the economic potential of rural areas. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on supporting local entrepreneurship, rural SMEs, and innovation hubs that can strengthen the economic ties between rural and urban areas, promoting shared prosperity and reducing regional disparities.

URL: https://doi.org/10.47946/rnera.v0i4.1477

Original Reference: https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org › toolkits › rural-toolkit

Brief Summary: This toolkit provides rural communities with resources for improving healthcare access and outcomes. Implications: Strengthening healthcare systems in rural areas can enhance overall rural-urban linkages by improving quality of life in rural regions. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on expanding rural healthcare infrastructure and telemedicine capabilities, improving access to services for rural populations and fostering healthier rural-urban connections.

URL: https://www.ruralhealthinfo.org/toolkits/rural-toolkit

Original Reference: O RURAL E O URBANO: CONTRIBUIÇÕES PARA A COMPREENSÃO DA RELAÇÃO DO ESPAÇO RURAL E DO ESPAÇO URBANO,Nestor Alexandre Perehouskei +2,2012,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Examines infrastructure deficiencies in rural areas, with a focus on healthcare and education. Recommends increased investment in rural infrastructure as a means to improve quality of life and attract new residents, relevant for PoliRuralPlus pilots.

URL: https://repositorio.ufsc.br/handle/123456789/96226

Original Reference: Migration barriers hinder labor market adjustment and are likely to be welfare reducing.

Brief Summary: Discusses the role of policies in addressing economic inequalities between rural and urban areas. PoliRuralPlus should implement policies that promote equitable resource distribution and economic growth.

URL: https://econpapers.repec.org/paper/wbkwbrwps/8584.htm

Original Reference: Rural-urban linkages and poverty analysis.,Jerve Am +12,2001,A142320

Brief Summary: Explores the policy implications of rural poverty and its impacts on development. Implications: Identifies poverty as a major barrier to rural-urban integration. Recommendations: RAPs should include poverty reduction measures such as improving rural infrastructure and access to public services.

URL: https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/WP/Issues/2016/12/30/Rural-Poverty-in-Developing-Countries-Implications-for-Public-Policy-15341

Original Reference: Rural Public Transportation Strategies for Responding to the Livable and Sustainable Communities Initiative,Kathleen Rooney +1,2012,3 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Focuses on sustainable transportation solutions for rural areas. Implications: Key for improving connectivity between rural and urban areas. Recommendations: RAPs should prioritize public transportation strategies to improve mobility and accessibility in rural regions【31†source】【34†source】.

URL: https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/22761/rural-public-transportation-strategies-for-responding-to-the-livable-and-sustainable-communities-initiative

Original Reference: SCOTTISH EXECUTIVE (2007): Rural Scotland: Better still, naturally. Edinburgh

Brief Summary: Highlights the strengths of rural Scotland and its natural resources. Implications: Natural assets are critical for the economic development of rural areas. Recommendations: Leverage natural assets in RAPs, promoting rural areas as hubs for tourism and sustainable industries【34†source】【35†source】.

URL: https://www.gov.scot/publications/rural-scotland-better-still-naturally/

Original Reference: Transformations of rural areas have the potential to increase inequalities and encourage processes of transformation that are not entirely inclusive.

Brief Summary: This case study examines rural transformation and the evolving rural-urban connections in a rapidly urbanizing region of Tanzania. Implication: PoliRuralPlus pilots should consider the dynamics of rural transformation and urbanization, emphasizing policies that support both rural livelihoods and urban growth.

URL: Rural Transformation and Changing Rural–Urban Connections in Tanzania - Result (ku.dk)

Original Reference: Rural transport and accessibility - A synthesis paper,R. Dennis ,1998,A142329

Brief Summary: Discusses accessibility challenges in rural areas and offers solutions. Implications: Essential for improving rural-urban linkages. Recommendations: RAPs should include transport accessibility strategies to improve rural access to services and markets【34†source】.

URL: https://www.ilo.org/publications/rural-transport-and-accessibility-synthesis-paper

Original Reference: OECD (2022), "Implementation toolkit of the OECD Principles on urban policy", OECD Regional Development Papers, No. 31, OECD Publishing, Paris, https://doi.org/10.1787/630e0341-en.

Brief Summary: This report focuses on well-being in rural areas, addressing the importance of ensuring access to services and economic opportunities. It highlights the need for innovative regional strategies to address disparities between urban and rural areas. Implications for PoliRuralPlus: Emphasizes cross-sector collaboration and place-based strategies for inclusive development. Recommendation: Adopt tailored action plans for enhancing rural economic vitality.

URL: https://doi.org/10.1787/630e0341-en

Original Reference: Rural–urban business partnerships—Towards a new trans-territorial logic,Anne-Mette Hjalager ,2017,9 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Focuses on how rural-urban partnerships can drive economic and social development across regions through innovative collaboration models. Implications: Essential for fostering new rural-urban dynamics that go beyond administrative boundaries. Recommendations: RAPs should include trans-territorial strategies to leverage partnerships and economic synergies between rural and urban businesses.

URL: Rural-urban business partnerships: towards a new trans-territorial logic — University of Southern Denmark (sdu.dk)

Original Reference: Rural–Urban Linkages and Sustainable Regional Development: The Role of Entrepreneurs in Linking Peripheries and Centers,H. Mayer +2,2016,79 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses how business partnerships between rural and urban areas can foster economic development. Implications: Encourages economic synergies and regional cooperation. Recommendations: RAPs should integrate cross-territorial partnerships to boost rural entrepreneurship and enhance resource-sharing with urban areas.

URL: Rural_urban_business_partnerships_towards_a_new_trans_territorial_logic.pdf (sdu.dk)

Original Reference: Swianiewicz, P., Atkinson, R., Baucz, A. (2011): Background Report on the urban dimension of the Cohesion Policy post 2013. Report prepared at the request of the Polish EU Presidency. Warsaw.

Brief Summary: Focuses on how collaboration between rural and urban stakeholders leads to more sustainable regional development. Implications: Rural-urban cooperation is essential for achieving sustainability goals. Recommendations: RAPs should build platforms for collaboration that focus on joint sustainability projects and policies.

URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/OutputFile/916563

Original Reference: Rural–Urban ‘Symbiosis’, community self-help, and the new planning mandate: Evidence from Southeast Nigeria,Onyebueke Udemezue Victor +1,2011,11 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Explores the socio-economic impact of rural-urban connectivity on regional development. Implications: Key for understanding regional disparities and creating cohesive action plans. Recommendations: RAPs should include policies addressing infrastructure gaps to improve connectivity between rural and urban areas.

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