CREATIVE METROPOLES0
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The project “CREATIVE METROPOLES: Public Policies and Instruments in Support of Creative Industries” is spearheaded by the culture and business development professionals of local governments of Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Birmingham, Helsinki, Oslo, Riga, Stockholm, Tallinn, Vilnius and Warsaw – cities that play a central role in economies of their countries. The city of Riga is the project initiator and lead partner of the consortium.
The project presents shared vision of 11 European metropolitan cities on creative industries and creative economy as the key driving force behind the city’s and regional development.
Studies show that creative industries’ sector is one of the fastest growing in the European economy contributing significantly to the growth of GDP, employment. Furthermore, as a facilitator of innovation, creative industries are essential for the development of other sectors.
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The three-year project targets decision-makers and executives in local governments as well as creative industry stakeholders and is expected to result in a more focused and efficient public support system for creative industries.
