Questions and Answers
	1.	Why is Braunschweig, jointly with the Region, putting itself up as a candidate for the European Culture Capital 2010?
	2.	How can you outline the topography of the Region?
	3.	How can you outline the culture of the Region?
	4.	What are the priorities in Braunschweig's application phase?
	5.	Are research and science of any significance in the application?
	6.	Are the twin towns being involved?
	7.	What are the guidelines of the application concept?
	Are the twin towns being involved? Our twin towns and the interaction of regional issues with worldwide cultural exchange are definitely part of the cultural identity of our Region. It is only through such interaction that a network of cultural relations and friendly ties - a perfect embodiment of the idea of a common Europe - will develop.