The City Diplomacy Lab is an unprecedented alliance between scholars and practitioners of cities’ international action. In its capacity as a UNECE Center of Excellence, it deploys a multi-disciplinary methodology to expand the theoretical and practical understanding of city diplomacy and advise its evolution. The Lab’s primary output consists of: Research: The Lab provides much-needed theoretical framing,…Continue reading “About”
Local Voices, Global Impact
City diplomacy is a powerful means of advancing local priorities alongside universal values, yet it remains a relatively niche practice. Unlocking its full potential calls for sustained collaboration between scholars and practitioners to deepen understanding, strengthen capacity, and broaden its global reach.
New Policy Brief: Professionalizing City Diplomacy in Times of Crises
Cities worldwide are at a critical juncture. As they face mounting pressure to address climate change, migration, and geopolitical tensions…
Unveiling City Diplomacy Risk—and How to Navigate It
Foreign interference, intellectual property theft, reputational damage – neglecting the risks of city diplomacy will most likely undermine its potential…
Strengthening Urban Resilience at the World Urban Forum
Innovating Urban Resilience Financing Strategies and Smart Solutions for Cities Worldwide 📍12th World Urban Forum, Cairo, Egypt – Multipurpose room…