FORUM FOR LOCAL ACTION
Semi-formal sessions organized by international organizations, oriented towards dealing with urban day-to-day challenges Session Details: Some of the sessions namely: Translation will be available in Arabic and English languages, possibility to accommodate more languages upon request (such as French and Spanish); final approved list of interpretation languages will be aligned with Guest Management stream.
URBAN FINANCING FORUM
City representatives present urban development proposals to funding institutions for feedback and matchmaking. Together with metropolis Session Details: OBJECTIVES
Plenary Session 4 on Municipal Financial Sustainability
Local Economic Development and Investment Strategies for Sustainable Urban Growth This session will explore local economic development and investment strategies, addressing resource access, regulatory hurdles, and institutional capacity in cities. It will highlight balancing infrastructure and economic growth, fostering cooperation, and tackling development amid global crises. Each PLENARY SESSIONS session will include Sessions Overview Theme […]
FORUM FOR LOCAL ACTION
Semi-formal sessions organized by international organizations, oriented towards dealing with urban day-to-day challenges Session Details: Some of the sessions namely: Translation will be available in Arabic and English languages, possibility to accommodate more languages upon request (such as French and Spanish); final approved list of interpretation languages will be aligned with Guest Management stream.
Cities Leadership Forum
CITIES LEADERSHIP FORUM A meeting of Arab and European Heads of Delegation to discuss the future and governance of the AECD Session Details: SESSION FOCUS The main focus of this activity is to explore and present various dimensions of AECD’s sustainability, ensuring its long-term viability as a platform for dialogue and collaboration. Key aspects to […]
Plenary Session 3 on Technology And Digital Transformation
Digital Transformation in Urban Governance Insights from European and Arab Cities This session examines the role of city-to-city cooperation between European and Arab cities in tackling shared challenges through cultural exchanges, climate action, economic opportunities, and city diplomacy. It highlights the value of such partnerships, strategies for success, and the role of networks, with examples […]
Plenary Session 2 on Livable Cities And Climate Change
Towards Resilience Climate Adaptation and Mitigation in Arab and European Cities Arab and European cities face shared climate challenges, including water scarcity, rising temperatures, flooding risks, and decarbonization. This session highlights practical city initiatives in adaptation, mitigation, funding strategies, and partnerships, fostering collaboration to tackle climate change Each PLENARY SESSIONS session will include Sessions Overview […]
Evening Program
FORUM FOR LOCAL ACTION
Semi-formal sessions organized by international organizations, oriented towards dealing with urban day-to-day challenges Session Details: Some of the sessions namely: Translation will be available in Arabic and English languages, possibility to accommodate more languages upon request (such as French and Spanish); final approved list of interpretation languages will be aligned with Guest Management stream.
Cities Networking
A session for cities’ heads of delegation to introduce themselves and catalyze collaboration and networking opportunities throughout the event and beyond. Session Details: EXPECTED OUTCOMES KEY CONSIDERATIONS