Global Gateway Civil Society and Local Authorities Advisory Platform

The report from the 2025 Cities and Regions for International Partnerships Forum which focused on the contribution of Local and Regional Authorities to the EU’s Global Gateway strategy.

This document provides an overview of local authority involvement in Global Gateway projects and offers suggestions for overcoming impediments to LA engagement.

Wetlands—including peatlands, mangroves, rivers, lakes, salt marshes, and seagrass beds—are vital for biodiversity and form a cornerstone of the EU Water Strategy. They deliver essential provisioning, regulating, and cultural...