To address the territorial divide, transitions must be anticipated. First, digitalization can help close the widening gaps between territories, provided we have a collective response to the issues of data security. Peripheral areas must be accompanied through mobility, renewables, health and quality of life evaluations in order to counter brain-drain and metropolisation of living areas.
Our populations are getting older, citizens are demanding public services, and greater accountability of their leaders. We believe proximity is the answer, and local authorities can provide a solution.
Here are some concrete steps to bridge the gaps and provide answers to citizens. The risk? The rise of the far-right or worse, disinterest for democracy & government of our societies.