This paper presents a novel approach to measuring sustainable and inclusive well- being in cities and rural areas of the European Union (EU). By introducing a measure of social progress in cities, towns and suburbs, and rural areas, the study explores - for the very first time - the contribution...

This paper presents a novel approach to measuring sustainable and inclusive well- being in cities and rural areas of the European Union (EU). By introducing a measure of social progress in cities, towns and suburbs, and rural areas, the study explores - for the very first time - the contribution...

Rural roads, serving as vital links between remote areas and economic centers, play an indispensable role in rural development. This paper investigates the relationship between rural road development and various economic outcomes in China from 2008 to 2021. Based on comprehensive novel road...

The close relationship between tourism and transportation in the context of sustainable mobility development and increased environmental and sustainability policies is widely debated in the scientific literature. The Romanian railway transport system may represent an ignored opportunity that is...

Rural poverty and unemployment remain persistent challenges in Indonesia, particularly in regions where agricultural development is uneven and land conversion accelerates socio-economic disparities. These conditions are highly relevant because rural areas serve as the backbone of food security,...

The Long-Term Vision for Rural Areas (LTVRA) pointed out that rural areas require an appropriate form of governance to avoid fragmentation and ensure the integration of rural policies. Recently, Italian law stressed the importance of Food Districts (FDs), including Rural Districts (RDs), to cope...

The introduction of the new delivery model in the 2023-2027 Common Agricultural Policy increased the decision-making and management autonomy of Member States and their regions when implementing Rural Development policies. Thus, understanding the drivers behind allocation choices for rural...