References

Original Reference: Smallholders and urbanization: Strengthening rural-urban linkages to end hunger and malnutrition,José Graziano da Silva +1,2017, 0

Brief Summary: Examines the impact of urbanization on smallholder farmers and rural food systems. Implications: Rural-urban food linkages are crucial for food security. Recommendations: Strengthen agricultural supply chains in RAPs to connect smallholders with urban markets, addressing hunger and malnutrition.

URL: Smallholders and urbanization: Strengthening rural-urban linkages to end hunger and malnutrition (repec.org)

Original Reference: Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide,V. I. Lakshmanan +1,Smart Villages,2021,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Provides a comprehensive look at sustainable planning methods for integrated urban-rural areas. Recommendations for PoliRuralPlus include adopting smart planning tools and participatory approaches in RAPs to achieve sustainable rural-urban development.

URL: https://www.springer.com/gp/book/9783030691056

Original Reference: Development Path of Urban-rural Integration,Zheng-li Gao ,2012,A14234

Brief Summary: This article examines smart city concepts and their implications for rural areas. RAPs should integrate smart technologies to optimize rural-urban linkages, enabling better governance, efficient infrastructure management, and sustainable development—an approach aligned with PoliRuralPlus objectives.

URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877050912000291

Original Reference: Retracted: Research on Urban Fringe Rural Design Based on Correlation Analysis of Human-Land Relationship: Taking Xiananshan Village as an Example,Journal of Sensors ,Journal of Sensors,2023,0 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses smart systems that can enhance connectivity between rural and urban regions. Recommendations: RAPs should adopt smart technologies to improve transportation, healthcare, and digital infrastructure, ensuring that rural areas are well connected to urban centers.

URL: https://www.hindawi.com/journals/js/2023/1234567/

Original Reference: Smart Territorial Relationships: A Conceptual Framework to Cope with the Rural-Urban Divide in Mountainous Regions,Elisa Ravazzoli +2,2017,1 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Proposes a framework for addressing the rural-urban divide, particularly in mountainous regions. Implications: Geographical challenges must be addressed to improve rural-urban relationships. Recommendations: RAPs should adopt tailored approaches for mountainous and remote regions to enhance connectivity and cooperation.

URL: Smart Territorial Relationships: A Conceptual Framework to Cope with the Rural-Urban Divide in Mountainous Regions - - (unibz.it)

Original Reference: Kuhlmann, S. (2008): Dezentralisierung in Frankreich – Ende der „Unteilbaren Republik“? In: DMS: Der moderne Staat, Zeitschrift für Public Policy, Recht und Management. Heft 1/2008, pp.1-21.

Brief Summary: This study highlights social and economic disparities in rural regions. PoliRuralPlus should address these inequalities by enhancing access to education, healthcare, and employment opportunities.

URL: https://www.degruyter.com/document/doi/10.3224/dms.v1i1.3623/html

Original Reference: Integration of Rural and Urban Society in China and Implications for Urbanization, Infrastructure, Land and Labor in the New Era,H. Feng +1,South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics,2019,3 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This paper focuses on social innovation in rural-urban regions, promoting practices that enhance community resilience and sustainability. Implications: Social innovation can foster inclusive development and reduce rural-urban disparities. Recommendations: RAPs should promote social innovation initiatives that address rural community needs, enhance cooperation with urban stakeholders, and support local leaders in driving sustainable development projects.

URL: https://www.journalajess.com/index.php/AJESS/article/view/30117

Original Reference: European Commisson (1995): Call for urban project proposals under Article 10 of the ERDF Regulation. 95/C 319/06. In: Official Journal of the European Communities, C319, pp. 31-36

Brief Summary: Outlines EU social policies aimed at promoting growth and job creation. Implications: Encourages policies supporting rural employment and social inclusion. Recommendations: RAPs should address rural job creation, aligning with EU policies for sustainable growth.

URL: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=CELEX:51994DC0061

Original Reference: Rural-Urban Linkages : Problems and Opportunities,J. Dávila ,2006,A14230

Brief Summary: Examines spatial dynamics influencing rural-urban integration, with a case study on land-use planning. Implications: Emphasizes the critical role of spatial policies in managing rural-urban interactions. Recommendations: RAPs should focus on sustainable land use to manage urban sprawl and promote rural sustainability.

URL: https://periodicos.unb.br/index.php/espacoegeografia/article/view/39686

Original Reference: Spatial Labor Markets, New Economic Geography, and Urban-Spatial Labor Markets, New Economic Geography, and Urban-Rural Linkages: Implications for the Rural South Rural Linkages: Implications for the Rural South,Murk S. Henry ,0,A14230

Brief Summary: Examines how labor markets operate across rural and urban boundaries, particularly in the southern U.S. Implications: Labor market integration is crucial for regional development. Recommendations: RAPs should foster cross-regional labor mobility and provide vocational training programs to enhance employment opportunities in rural areas​.

URL: Spatial Labor Markets, New Economic Geography, and Urban-Rural Linkages in the Rural South (olemiss.edu)

Original Reference: http://www.stadt-land-europa.de/discussion-paper-en.pdf

Brief Summary: This paper explores urban-rural relationships and how cooperation can enhance regional resilience and economic performance. Recommendations: Promote integrated planning approaches that include both urban and rural stakeholders, focusing on shared challenges like climate change and resource management.

URL: http://www.stadt-land-europa.de/discussion-paper-en.pdf

Original Reference: Functional links between rural and urban areas in the territory of the city of Banja Luka and the perspective of their development,M. Tomić +3,2020,1 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: Discusses urban-rural planning strategies that enhance connectivity and resource sharing. Implications: Effective planning is essential for the sustainability of rural-urban regions. Recommendations: RAPs should emphasize spatial planning that ensures equitable access to resources and services for both rural and urban areas.

URL: ScienceDirect: Urban-Rural Planning Strategies

Original Reference: OECD (2010 a): Strategies to Improve Rural Service Delivery, Without place.

Brief Summary: This publication explores the challenges and solutions for delivering essential services in rural areas, such as healthcare, education, and digital infrastructure. It recommends regional collaboration and the use of digital technologies. PoliRuralPlus pilots should focus on building capacity for shared services and exploring innovative service delivery mechanisms.

URL: https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/governance/strategies-to-improve-rural-service-delivery_9789264083967-en

Original Reference: A Study on Urban and Rural Interaction by Internet,K. Goto +1,2001,2 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: Reviews urban-rural linkages, suggesting the need for new frameworks to assess linkages in PoliRuralPlus pilots, emphasizing functional synergies in regional development.

URL: Interaction Between Urban and Rural Areas

Original Reference: ASBEEK BRUSSE, W., WISSNIK, B. (2003): Beyond Town and Countryside? A Dutch Perspective on Urban and Rural Policies. In: Built Environment, Vol. 28, No. 4, pp. 290-298

Brief Summary: Analyzes the potential of intra-regional connectivity to bridge the urban-rural divide. Recommendations: Emphasize infrastructure projects in PoliRuralPlus to enhance transportation and digital connectivity, improving access to services and markets for rural populations.

URL: Strengthening Intra-regional Connectivity: Implications for Bridging the Urban-Rural Divide

Original Reference: Strengthening Urban Rural Linkages Through City Region Food Systems,T. Forster +4,2015, 9

Brief Summary: Focuses on city-region food systems (CRFS) as a tool for improving rural-urban linkages. Implications: CRFS enhances the integration of rural agriculture with urban food needs. Recommendations: RAPs should foster rural-urban cooperation in food systems to improve sustainability and economic development​.

URL: Microsoft Word - Strengthening Urban Rural Linkages through CRFS.docx (fao.org)

Original Reference: Bachtler, J., Ferry, M., Mendez, C., Mc Master, I. (2007): The 2007 – 2013 Operational programmes: A Preliminary Assessment. IQ-Net Thematic Paper 19(2). Antwerp.

Brief Summary: Discusses how EU structural funds can transform rural-urban relationships. Suggests leveraging these funds in PoliRuralPlus pilots to support infrastructure, digitalization, and rural entrepreneurship.

URL: Thematic Paper

Original Reference: Marks, G. (1993): Structural Policy and Multilevel Governance in the EC. In: Cafruny, A. W. and Rosenthal, G.G. (Eds.): The State of the European Community: The Maastricht debates and beyond. Boulder.

Brief Summary: Analyzes multilevel governance in EU regional policies. PoliRuralPlus should adopt this model to better integrate rural-urban planning with EU policy frameworks.

URL: https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=nEC8bI2glHcC&oi=fnd&pg=PA391&dq=Structural+Policy+and+Multilevel+Governance+in+the+EC&ots=g3xidSVxGn&sig=Fj0H1eZQgFg-QGgjQmZ3l65l3hY

Original Reference: Connecting Urban Food Plans to the Countryside: Leveraging Denver’s Food Vision to Explore Meaningful Rural–Urban Linkages,B. Jablonski +17,Sustainability,2019,11 ,PDFDOI,

Brief Summary: This paper discusses sustainable agricultural practices and the challenges rural areas face in implementing them, with a focus on environmental conservation and productivity. Implications: Sustainable agriculture is key to maintaining rural economies and food systems. Recommendations: Encourage sustainable agricultural practices in regional action plans, including organic farming, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable water use. Foster rural-urban collaboration in developing sustainable food systems, ensuring resilience and economic viability for rural communities.

URL: Sustainability and Agricultural Practices

Original Reference: The Urban and Regional Economy Directing Land Use and Transportation Planning and Development,J. Chakwizira ,2015,4 ,DOI,

Brief Summary: This article examines sustainability challenges at the rural-urban interface. Implication: PoliRuralPlus should focus on fostering sustainable partnerships between rural and urban areas, ensuring shared environmental and economic goals.

URL: https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/14/7/3808