Publications The Nancy Declaration: Cities as the Foundation of Global Resilience 11 Jun 202614 Jul 2026 Adopted on June 4, 2026, at the close of the Urban7 International Mayors' Summit, the Nancy Declaration sets out how cities intend to give their new G7 status its full…
Events Urban7 2026: Cities Enter the G7 Process 14 May 202612 Jun 2026 From June 3 to 4, 2026, the Urban7 International Mayors' Summit in Nancy marked the first time cities took their seat at the G7 table as an official engagement group…
Events French Senate Hosts Strategic Dialogue on Urban Diplomacy in an Era of Geopolitical Tensions 19 Sep 202527 Jun 2026 On 8 September 2025, the French Senate hosted the high-level event “Diplomatie des Villes: Le rôle stratégique des villes françaises dans les relations internationales”. The event, organised under the Chatham House Rule, created…
Events Launching a New Chapter for Strategic City Diplomacy at the Italian and French Parliaments 23 Jul 202519 Sep 2025 The City Diplomacy Lab is proud to announce two upcoming high-level events dedicated to the strategic role of cities in international relations. These meetings launch an international series focused on…
Events Discussing the Future of City Diplomacy: French Senate 23 Jul 20254 Sep 2025 In recent years, city diplomacy has emerged globally as a powerful tool for advancing sustainable development and enhancing urban resilience in the face of transnational crises. From climate emergencies to…
