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The EU CAP Network has announced the launch of the Agricultural and Rural Inspiration Awards (ARIA) 2023, to celebrate the positive impact of CAP-funded projects on agriculture, rural areas, and communities, offering a platform to share best practices and inspire innovation.

LEADER France has published a new report entitled "LEADER: A European programme at the service of rural areas," emphasising the crucial role of LEADER in supporting rural communities in France.

The EU Commission has announced that applications are now open for the 16th edition of the REGIOSTARS awards.

The DESIRA project has released a set of policy briefs that explore ways to address the challenges arising from digitalisation while promoting its positive effects in various sectors.

The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has opened applications for its Best Tourism Villages initiative, which recognises exceptional rural tourism destinations.

The event, entitled “Acting for Rural Areas - Sharing Rural Pact Experiences and Learning for the Future”, will bring together EU, national, and regional politicians along with local authorities, social and economic stakeholders in a participatory event that reflects the rural vision’s ambition.

The European Commission is launching a call for Regional Innovation Valleys (RIVs) to strengthen Europe's innovation ecosystems and address Europe's societal challenges, in particular those of digital and green transitions.

The European Committee of the Regions has launched a call for Cohesion Local , encouraging local and regional authorities to share inspiring stories that highlight the added value of cohesion policy in Europe.

The European Commission's Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs (DG HOME) has launched a EUR 40 million call for proposals for project grants under the 2023-2025 AMIF Work Programme with deadline on 16 May.