HIGHLIGHTS
This event showcases how the City of Zürich is taking an innovative step to expand its role in global climate action through the Pilot Project for International Climate Finance Zurich (PIKZ). Discover how it serves as a a practical initiative and a forward-looking model for the growing potential of cities to drive collaborative, international climate action.
Join the Mayors' events and 150+ other sessions World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) and AI for Good Summit 2026, held in Geneva on 6-11 July 2026. They will convene stakeholders to accelerate progress in digital cooperation and to unlock AI’s potential to serve humanity. The first Global Dialogue on AI Governance will also provide an inclusive platform to discuss critical issues concerning AI.
TOPICS
The Global Cities Hub is at the forefront of linking LRGs and international organizations to address the most pressing challenges faced by urban centers worldwide. Engaged in a diverse array of initiatives, GCH fosters collaboration among cities, mayors and city networks to strengthen inclusive multilateralism in the Geneva ecosystem, including the United Nations. Our work spans critical areas including environment and climate change, smart city development, protection of human rights, and promotion of urban health. By facilitating knowledge exchange and joint action, we aim to create sustainable, inclusive, and resilient urban environments for all.
NEWS
Historic Urban7 meeting in Nancy ahead of G7
At a historic Urban7 meeting in Nancy, mayors delivered a strong political message to G7 leaders ahead of the Évian Summit: empowering cities leads to more effective, inclusive and accountable public action, particularly in times of crisis and rapid transformation. U7 members called on G7 leaders to institutionalise dialogue with cities and local governments.- 05 June 2026
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How can local governments #BeatTheHeat?
On 2 June 2026 the Global Cities Hub and the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Center co-hosted an event to mark Heat Action Day. How does Cape Town consider heat in its policies and programmes? What tools do international organizations have for local and regional governments to combat extreme heat? How can cities mitigate workplace heat stress?- 02 June 2026
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