IPCM-PICM Vice Treasurer Mario González Somoano Passes Away
Mr. Mario González Somoano, Vice Treasurer of the IPCM-PICM Board of Directors, passed away suddenly on April 23, 2026, in Asturias (northern Spain). The President and the entire Board of Directors of IPCM express their deepest condolences and request prayers for his soul.

Madrid: Municipalities Play a Key Role in Development Cooperation
The Federation of Municipalities of Madrid (FMM) organized a conference on the responsibility of municipalities regarding global issues and, consequently, their role in development cooperation. The IPCM-PICM actively participated in the event.

Florence: Rural depopulation and multiple migrations
The depopulation of rural areas in Europe, job opportunities for young people, aging, and migration were among the topics discussed at the PICM international seminar held in Florence, Italy, on February 16 and 17, 2026.
Barcelona: Seminar on the Situation of European and Moroccan Migrant Workers
The seminar "Mobile Workers in Europe: Protections, Rights, and Representative Structures" was held from February 18 to 20 in Barcelona, Spain. It was organized by ACLI (Associazioni Cristiane dei Lavoratori Italiani) and EZA.
Lublin: Debate on the Labor Market Integration of Immigrants and Refugees
A European seminar on migrants and refugees was held in Lublin, Poland. Participants analyzed labor market opportunities and shared personal experiences.



