Constructive multi-level dialogue, capacity development of local and regional authorities and their national associations, and peer exchanges are key to support Ukraine’s efforts in defending the country and ensuring recovery and reconstruction. These messages were presented by Bernd Vöhringer, Vice-President of the Congress, at the meeting of the European Committee of Regions’ Working Group on Ukraine, on 29 April 2024 in Brussels (Belgium).
“The Congress has always been keen on creating a space where local leaders can freely exchange, share experiences and learnings, and disseminate good practice,” he stated, while presenting the work of the Congress in enhancing multi-level governance. Vice-President Vöhringer stressed the importance for Ukrainian authorities to continue engaging in city-to-city relations. “The majority of smaller municipalities don’t have international partners. We must do more to support them,” he concluded.
