Author 

Javier García Gómez

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Policy Relevance Statement

This Region Report offers a comprehensive analysis of regional representation in the EU, serving as a resource for examining the institutional, strategic, and political factors shaping regional influence in multilevel governance.

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Abstract

This Region Report examines the increasing role of regional governments in EU decision-making, focusing on their presence in Brussels through their own offices, European networks, and the European Committee of the Regions. It analyses disparities in regional influence and effectiveness, highlights institutional and informal mechanisms of lobbying, and proposes reforms to strengthen regional representation to enhance interregional cooperation and foster democratic participation at the EU level.

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Keywords

Regional Interest Representation; EU Decision-Making; Committee of the Regions; Multilevel Governance; Interregional Cooperation

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