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Europe has pleasant cities but too few that matter
Original: Europe has lots of pleasant cities but too few that matter
The Economist argues that Europe is full of pleasant, liveable cities but has too few that carry real global weight economically, culturally or politically. The piece suggests Europe's urban landscape is comfortable yet lacks metropolises able to compete with the likes of London, New York or Asian hubs in influence, innovation and scale, prompting debate about why the continent struggles to produce truly major cities.
Why now: The argument challenges a familiar European strength and raises questions about competitiveness and urban policy, making it a talking point.
Evidence
- Europe has lots of pleasant cities but too few that matter · The Economist
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