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How can European regions create the conditions for skilled professionals to build their careers and futures locally? KMOP joined an interregional exchange in Catalonia, Spain, to explore practical approaches to talent retention, regional development and sustainable economic growth. KMOP participated in a two-day study visit in Sant Quirze del Vallès, Spain, on 22–23 October 2026,

How can regions improve the policies that shape opportunities for young people in rural areas? Rural Youth Future brought eight regions together to share solutions, learn from good practices, and support improvements to the policy instruments that affect rural communities. Through interregional cooperation, the partnership exchanged experience, explored local initiatives and identified 20 good practices.

How can SMEs prepare for business succession? They need the right skills and support to plan for a change of ownership. KMOP joined policymakers, regional stakeholders, business support organisations and experts in Budapest on 6–7 October 2026 for the SUCCESS SKILLS project’s third interregional thematic workshop and staff exchange, which examined how to strengthen that