AECD Thematic Clusters Hold Meetings with Participation of Over 40 Arab and European Cities

07 May 2026

The first meetings of the thematic clusters of the Arab European Cities Dialogue Forum were held in April–May 2026, as part of a series of preparatory sessions organized by the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI) to strengthen cooperation and knowledge exchange between Arab and European cities ahead of the forum set to be held in Madrid, Spain, in January 2027. These thematic clusters aim to support cities in adopting practical pathways toward a more resilient and sustainable urban future. The meetings brought together more than 40 Arab and European cities, alongside several international organizations working in urban development. AECD Thematic Clusters: