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AECD Overview
Explore Together What Works for Cities
AECD is a inter-regional and global initiative fostering collaboration between Arab and European cities. It offers a space for city leaders to share knowledge, explore joint collaboration opportunities, and address critical urban issues ranging from climate adaptation to digital governance. Designed to alternate every two years between Arab and European cities, AECD aims to formalise city diplomacy as a catalyst for sustainable urban development.
Message From The Mayor of Madrid
Explore Together What Works for Cities
Arab and European cities share deep-rooted historical ties dating back
centuries. These connections have significantly shaped their civilizations,
economies, and urban landscapes.
Today, these relationships provide a foundation for advancing urban
communities and fostering economic and cultural exchange. As a result, cities
on both sides have emerged as thriving and resilient global economic hub
2025 Key Highlights
3 continents
Entities
& Moderator
Programs Themes
تحقيق تأثير قابل للقياس على الصعيدين العالمي والمحلي.
Our comprehensive program addresses the most pressing challenges and opportunities in
Arab-European urban cooperation.
Cities
Cooperation
Community Development
and Livability
Economic
Prosperity
Sustainability and
Climate Action
Technology and
Digital Transformation
Our Cities
Discover the diverse cities participating in this year’s dialogue.
Success Stories
News update
Stay informed with the latest developments and breaking stories
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Real stories. Real challenges. Real results. See how success is created and delivered.
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Real stories. Real challenges. Real results. See how success is created and delivered.
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Strength in Partnership
Global Trust. Proven Leadership
We collaborate with forward-thinking organizations to amplify our impact and create meaningful solutions for our shared audience.
Driven by passion and Purpose
Fueled by Forward-thinkers
Our Organizers power the event with creativity and dedication, turning vision into reality
Driven by passion and Purpose
Our Organizers power the event with creativity and
dedication, turning vision into reality
Organize by:
المعهد العربي لإنماء المدن
منظمة إقليمية وغير حكومية، تضم أكثر من 650 مدينة من 22 دولة عربية، ُتعنى بالبحث وتنمية القدرات في مجالات التنمية الحضرية وإدارة الشؤون البلدية
Hosted By:
المعهد العربي لإنماء المدن
منظمة إقليمية وغير حكومية، تضم أكثر من 650 مدينة من 22 دولة عربية، ُتعنى بالبحث وتنمية القدرات في مجالات التنمية الحضرية وإدارة الشؤون البلدية