Events Historic Parliamentary Dialogue Advances Strategic City Diplomacy in Italy 19 Sep 202519 Sep 2025 On 15 September 2025, the Italian Parliament hosted a landmark high-level event entirely focused on the strategic role of cities in international relations. The conference, “Diplomazia delle Città. Il Ruolo Strategico delle…
Events French Senate Hosts Strategic Dialogue on Urban Diplomacy in an Era of Geopolitical Tensions 19 Sep 202518 Oct 2025 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 Discussing the Future of City Diplomacy: European Parliament 1 Sep 202523 Nov 2025 On 15 October 2025, the European Parliament welcomed a distinguished gathering of city leaders, EU officials, and international experts for "City Diplomacy: The Strategic Role of European Cities in International…
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…
Publications Unveiling City Diplomacy Risk—and How to Navigate It 23 Dec 202417 Oct 2025 Foreign interference, intellectual property theft, reputational damage – neglecting the risks of city diplomacy will most likely undermine its potential for a more just, sustainable, and peaceful world. In the…
