Navigating demographic change: A science-policy dialogue on regional attractiveness

The 'right to stay' is vital for EU territorial cohesion as regions adapt to demographic challenges such as the departure of young talent. Using regional population projections, this panel examines regional demographic dynamics and its interlinkages with access to services in functional urban and rural areas. Drawing on expertise from the Talent Booster Mechanism and regional insights on 'shrinking smartly', this discussion focuses on how regions can develop strategies to sustain viability and competitiveness.