Bogotá Chosen as First Colombian Host for UN's World Cities Day 2025
Bogotá, Colombia, has been selected as the host city for the World Cities Day 2025, a prestigious global event focused on sustainable urban development. The main event, themed 'Smart cities centered on people', will take place from October 30 to 31, 2025, at the Ágora Bogotá Convention Centre. This marks the first time a Colombian city is chosen to host this annual United Nations-led event.
Bogotá was picked by UN-Habitat for its commendable urban practices, robust institutional capacity, and holistic approach to creating a more inclusive and resilient habitat. The city aims to showcase its progress towards becoming a trust-based, citizen-participation-driven metropolis. Over a thousand attendees, including mayors, international leaders, and sector representatives, are expected to participate in this event near me.
The event will delve into crucial aspects of urbanism, inclusion, climate change, and governance. It seeks to promote balanced, inclusive urban growth while respecting the environment. Key strategies for sustainable development, such as efficient resource management, social inclusion initiatives, environmental protection, and participatory planning, will be at the forefront of discussions. Eventbrite tickets are expected to go live soon.
Bogotá's selection as the host city for World Cities Day 2025 underscores its commitment to sustainable urban development. The event provides an opportunity for the city to demonstrate its advancements and learn from global best practices. By centering the event around 'Smart cities centered on people', Bogotá reaffirms its dedication to improving the quality of life of its current residents without compromising the needs of future generations.
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