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The discussion will explore the development of the Ostrava-Katowice corridor, cross-border transport, collaboration between universities and businesses, opportunities for young people, and the role of culture and festivals in shaping a shared metropolitan region. It will offer practical insights into how closer cooperation between the Czech Republic and Poland can strengthen the region\u2019s competitiveness, attractiveness, and overall quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speakers: Jan Dohnal, Mayor of the City of Ostrava<\/a>, and Mateusz Rykala, director of\u00a0Fundusz G\u00f3rno\u015bl\u0105ski<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moderator: Ond\u0159ej \u0160im\u00ed\u010dek<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

What could a metropolis look like if it extended beyond the borders of a city or even a country? 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