Onda boosts its international projection and strengthens its European cooperation networks
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Onda boosts its international projection and strengthens its European cooperation networks

El Periódico Mediterráneo - General29 August 2026 at 15:42

The Onda City Council is participating this week in URBACT University 2026, which is taking place in Cork, Ireland. This event is considered one of the main European meetings for training, exchange and cooperation between cities.

The program features the presence of several cities that are part of the European URBACT program, of which Onda is a member. The Spanish city's participation in this initiative aims to strengthen its international projection and its European cooperation networks.

During the event in Cork, the representatives of the Onda City Council have the opportunity to exchange experiences and knowledge with other European municipalities, contributing to the development of collaborative urban strategies within the URBACT program.

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