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.
Historic Parliamentary Dialogue Advances Strategic City Diplomacy in Italy
On 15 September 2025, the Italian Parliament hosted a landmark high-level event entirely focused on the strategic role of cities in…
French Senate Hosts Strategic Dialogue on Urban Diplomacy in an Era of Geopolitical Tensions
On 8 September 2025, the French Senate hosted the high-level event “Diplomatie des Villes: Le rôle stratégique des villes françaises dans les…
Discussing the Future of City Diplomacy: European Parliament
On 15 October 2025, the European Parliament welcomed a distinguished gathering of city leaders, EU officials, and international experts for…