The 66th ERSA Congress will be held in Milano, Italy, from 24 to 27 August 2027

The ERSA 2027 edition will focus on “Regions and Cities in an Era of Geopolitical Risks.” Rising geopolitical tensions, trade fragmentation, and ongoing technological and environmental transitions are reshaping the development prospects of regions and cities across the globe. Understanding how territories are affected by these challenges, and how they can adapt and thrive in an increasingly uncertain world, is among the most pressing tasks for regional science today.

The Congress aims to bring together scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to explore the territorial implications of geopolitical risks and the strategies that regions and cities can adopt to strengthen competitiveness, sustainability, and social cohesion. Particular attention will be devoted to the role of place-based policies, multilevel governance, innovation, and international linkages in shaping regional development in a changing global landscape.

With approximately 800 participants from all continents, the ERSA Congress is the world’s leading event in regional science. It offers a unique forum to present research, exchange ideas, receive valuable feedback, and build international collaborations. In 2027, Milan, one of Europe’s foremost centres of innovation, culture, business, and design, will proudly welcome the global regional science community for four days of stimulating discussions, networking, and scientific exchange.

More information at: https://ersa.org/home-2/66th-ersa-congress-home/