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How cities can influence the global agenda in 2026

The Global Cities Hub and UNECE hosted the first “UN Forum of Mayors Information Series”. Speakers from UNECE, ITU, UNEP, and UN-Habitat introduced some of the most important multilateral meetings and negotiations in 2026. Across all interventions, one word consistently emerged: localization.
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UN Forum of Mayors to take place on 12-13 October 2026

The GCH, official partner of the UN Forum of Mayors (FoM), is happy to share that the 6th UN Forum of Mayors will take place on 12-13 October 2026. Associated events with the UN Forum of Mayors will also take place in the days following the Forum.
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GCH contributes to the “Spirit of Dialogue” in Davos

As the 56th WEF Annual Meeting opens, its theme “A Spirit of Dialogue” resonates with the GCH's mission: connecting local and regional governments to the UN and other IOs. We should tap into the power of local and regional governments to contribute solutions to global challenges, through public-private and multilevel cooperation.
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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.

 

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High-Level Panel Calls for Coordinated Global Action on Housing

The GCH moderated a briefing ahead of the 13th World Urban Forum. High-level representatives, including UN-Habitat Executive Director, highlighted the critical role of local and regional governments in housing delivery and underscored the importance of strong national frameworks, innovative financing mechanisms and multilevel governance.
  • January 16, 2026
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UNEA-7: advancing multilevel cooperation for a resilient planet

The Global Cities Hub participated in the 7th session (8-12 December 2025) of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet”. Throughout UNEA, the GCH consistently highlighted the critical role of local and regional governments (LRGs) in addressing environmental challenges and accelerating climate action.
  • December 12, 2025
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Localizing Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs): next steps

At the UNEA-7 Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) Day, the Global Cities Hub took the floor during the High-Level Ministerial Dialogues on behalf of the Local Authorities Major Group to bring forward an idea which has already emerged before: the need, as for SDGs, for MEAs localization!
  • December 10, 2025
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