A meeting of Arab and European Heads of Delegation to discuss the future and governance of the AECD. As part of the first Arab European Cities Dialogue (AECD), the Cities’ Leadership Forum will bring together Arab and European city leaders to discuss the future and governance of the AECD. This session will focus on securing long-term engagement and exploring its format and thematic priorities to ensure the AECD becomes a cornerstone for urban collaboration between the two regions.

Discusses highlight various dimensions of the sustainability of the Arab-European Cities Dialogue Forum as a platform for urban dialogue and cooperation. It also addresses the governance of the forum and explores its future prospects.