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Connecting All Levels to Strengthen Decentralized Development Cooperation

The GCH took part in an OECD–German workshop in Berlin on “The impact of decentralized development cooperation (DDC) on local governance and SDG outcomes.” The meeting aimed to better understand how cities and regions engage in decentralized development cooperation, what benefits it brings, the obstacles they face, and how to assess its impact. Participants included cities and regions, city networks, national governments, and international organizations.
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October 6, 2025 10:00 am

5th meeting of the UN Forum of Mayors

Palais des Nations, Geneva
The 5th meeting of the UN Forum of Mayors titled “Cities shaping the Future” takes place on 6 and 7 October 2025 in Geneva. It focuses on Good Health and Well-being (SDG3), Gender Equality (SDG5), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG8), Housing and Urban Development, Cooling and Urban Climate Resilience, and Voluntary Local Reviews.
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Measuring quality of life and stimulating forward-looking action

Local and regional governments play a crucial role in offering a decent quality of life to their citizens and are key contributors to the common efforts of a people-centered sustainable development. The GCH in collaboration with UN-Habitat and the Quality of Life Initiative organized the Geneva Urban Debate “Measuring Quality of Life in Cities: Connecting Local Action and Global Agendas”. We introduced the Initiative and explored how it can contribute to the different global agendas of international organizations.
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The Global Cities Hub is at the forefront of linking LRGs and international organizations to address the most pressing challenges faced by urban centers worldwide. Engaged in a diverse array of initiatives, GCH fosters collaboration among cities,  mayors and city networks to strengthen inclusive multilateralism in the Geneva ecosystem, including the United Nations. Our work spans critical areas including environment and climate change, smart city development, protection of human rights, and promotion of urban health. By facilitating knowledge exchange and joint action, we aim to create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban environments for all.

 

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Mayors and business leaders shape the cities of tomorrow

he Global Cities Hub (GCH) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) co-organized an exceptional high-level event at the WEF headquarters in Geneva on 8 October 2025. The Urban Futures Dialogue, held under the theme “Driving Public-Private Collaboration for Future-Ready Cities,” brought together mayors from around the world, business leaders, international stakeholders, and civil society ...
  • October 10, 2025
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UN@80: Rethinking Multilateralism with LRGs

The 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly starts on Thursday, 18 September. A record number of heads of states and governments are expected to speak on this Anniversary. The Secretary-General has presented a report providing recommendations to enhance engagement with local and regional governments in advancing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, in particular ...
  • September 18, 2025
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