Discussion: European Union Unification and Urban Development
On the 30th and 31st of January, the "EU law and the city" conference will take place at Sciences Po, Paris. This highly anticipated event aims to delve into the intricate relationship between European Union law and urban governance, shedding light on how EU legislation and policies impact city development, planning, and related legal frameworks.
The conference serves as a platform for dialogue, bringing together academics, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss the challenges and opportunities for cities in the context of evolving EU law. The roundtable will feature representatives from European and local levels, as well as representatives of civil society, with the goal of building a more equitable and sustainable future.
Cities in Europe, home to 75% of Europeans, are both contributors to and victims of critical issues such as climate change and social and economic inequalities. The roundtable will examine these challenges and uncover opportunities for collaboration towards a more equitable and sustainable future.
Among the notable participants are Dr. Anne-Laure Beaussier from Sciences Po, CSO, who will chair the conference, and André Sobczak, Secretary General of Eurocities. Matthew Baldwin, Deputy Director-General of D.G. for Energy at the European Commission, and Carlo Maria Colombo from Sciences Po, CEE, are also expected to attend.
The conference will delve into various topics, including urban governance and EU regulatory frameworks, sustainable development and environmental law in cities, digital innovation and smart cities under EU policies, social and economic cohesion from an EU law perspective, and fundamental rights and local administration in EU member states.
Lamia El Aaraje, Deputy Mayor of Paris in charge of urban planning, architecture, Greater Paris, universal accessibility, and people with disabilities, will also participate in the roundtable discussions.
For the most accurate and up-to-date details on the conference’s focus, speakers, and schedule, it would be best to consult Sciences Po’s official event announcements or the conference website directly. The conference promises to be a significant event in the discourse on urban development and EU law, and we eagerly await further updates and insights from this important gathering.
During the roundtable discussions, participants will explore how urban governance and EU regulatory frameworks (EU law and the city conference) play a pivotal role in shaping the sustainable development, environmental protection, and social and economic cohesion within cities, enhancing home-and-garden standards for quality living. Attendees can look forward to exchanging ideas and collaborating with esteemed guests such as Lamia El Aaraje, Deputy Mayor of Paris, who champions urban planning and accessibility issues.
