The Artiz community of the Bolhrad district participated in an extended meeting of the presidium of the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities under the President of Ukraine, held in Kyiv and chaired by Andriy Yermak, the head of the President's Office. The event took place via video conference and brought together over 330 participants from across the country, according to the Odesa Regional State Administration.

During the meeting, important issues regarding regional development, the implementation of government initiatives in communities, and legislative support for regional policy were discussed.

Particular attention was paid to the need for effective communication between local and central authorities, which will allow for a quicker response to challenges and solutions to community problems.

As a result of the voting, Liliya Pashinna was elected as the new head of the Congress Office, leading the Ukrainian delegation in the Congress of Local and Regional Authorities of the Council of Europe.

The Artiz community, as an active participant in the Congress, will continue to engage in shaping local development policy, advocating for the interests of its residents and promoting the implementation of European management standards.