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Simple terms explainer:

Councils can provide overseas assistanceby sharing expertise, knowledge, and best practices with international partners. This can include offering technical advice, training, or collaborative projects that support governance, service delivery, and community development abroad. By doing this, councils contribute to global cooperation, strengthen international relationships, and promote the values of effective and transparent local government.

Legal status

Discretionary


Duty category

Corporate services


Duty type

Public impact


Social determinant of health

Social and community context

Emerging policy and legislation


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Bodies with shared interest

Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA)

Standards and frameworks


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