Portuguese Section: APDR Congress

The APDR Congress, titled Interregional Governance, Cohesion and Sustainability: Overcoming Territorial Inequalities for a Balanced Future, invites a diverse range of professionals including regional scientists, economists, managers, sociologists, geographers, urban planners, engineers, policymakers, and researchers to participate in this significant event. The congress will take place at the Polytechnic Institute of Cávado and Ave in Barcelos, Portugal, emphasizing the critical need for collaborative frameworks that encourage equitable and sustainable development across regions. As territorial disparities continue to challenge many areas, the congress highlights the role of effective interregional governance in promoting cohesion, resilience, and shared prosperity. In addition to the main conference, various ancillary events will be organized for a limited number of participants, including the British and Irish Section's 2026 Annual Conference, the SPACERAISE: The International Summer School, and the Italian Section's 7th AISRe Summer School. Notably, the event will also reveal the ERSA Prize in Regional Science 2026. Among the distinguished speakers will be André Torre, a Research Professor of Economics at the University Paris-Saclay and INRAE, who will contribute invaluable insights into the themes of governance and sustainability. This congress serves as a significant platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration among professionals dedicated to addressing territorial inequalities and fostering sustainable development.