Business and Economy

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Local Leaders Gather in Ireland and Demand Measures to Strengthen Maritime Regions’ Role for Europe’s Competitiveness

7 October 2026

The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) Commission for Economic Policy (ECON) met in Galway, Ireland, on 6 and 7 October to discuss Europe’s regions' central role in strengthening competitiveness and resilience in a changing global economy, stressing the importance of supporting local businesses, investment and innovation while addressing trade volatility and shifting global supply chains.

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Galway City Programme of Events for Ireland’s EU Presidency 2026

14 September 2026

A varied and exciting programme of events will take place across Galway City during Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union (July to December 2026), celebrating Galway's partnership with Estonia through the County Pairings Programme as well as our relationship with all EU member states.