Local Economic Development and Investment: Strategies for Sustainable Urban Growth
13 May 2025
9:00 – 10:00
This session explores investment strategies and local economic development as tools to address environmental and global crises, covering access to resources, regulatory challenges, institutional capacity-building, and the balance between infrastructure and inclusive growth. It also highlights the role of multi-level cooperation between Arab and European cities in supporting local development.
- Discuss regulatory complexities and the need for innovation in development strategies amid climate change and crises.
- Explore approaches to mobilize internal resources and attract external investments.
- Understand how to foster inclusive development, ensuring consideration of vulnerable groups and rural communities.
- Promote multi-level and cross-border cooperation for effective development.
Moderator
Ms. Maria Vassilakou, Former Vice Mayor and Vice Governor of Vienna
Port Said
H.E. General Moheb Habashi Khalil Governor of Port Said
Muscat
H.E. Mr. Ahmed Al Humaidi, Mayor of Muscat
Nicosia
Mr. Charalambos Prountzos, Mayor of Nicosia
Paris
Ms. Anouch Toranian, Councilor of Paris, Metropolitan Councilor and Deputy Mayor of Paris
English, Arabic, French & Spanish
Open to All Attendees
