Wouter Boesman is policy adviser for Platforma, the European Voice of Local and Regional Governments in Development. Platforma is the network of local and regional governments, and their associations, active in the field of development cooperation between Europe and partner countries. The network has 34 members: national, European and international associations, as well individual local and regional governments. The Platforma Secretariat is hosted by the Council of European Municipalities and Regions (more information at www.platforma-dev.eu).