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Global Cities Hub

Connecting local and regional governments to the United Nations and other international organizations
 

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The Zero-Waste Day, celebrated on 30 March, addressed multiple facets of waste, including plastic waste. The GCH wanted to share good news in that occasion: while the global treaty on plastic pollution is still under negotiation, multilateral cooperation is already delivering concrete results.
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April 22, 2026 1:15 pm
Voluntary Local Reviews (VLRs) have become an increasingly important instrument for cities and regions to work on SDGs, to “translate” them into the local and subnational dimension. However, a critical question remains: What comes after the initial/first VLR? The event aims to move the discussion forward to second-generation implementation pathways.

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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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UNEA-7 Cities and Regions Summit: a stronger multilevel environmental governance

UNEP’s recently published UNEA-7 Cities and Regions Summit Report highlights key messages from mayors and governors as well as State representatives, heads of IOs and NGOs, including the GCH. Speakers underlined that empowering cities and regions is essential to advancing sustainable solutions and turning global commitments into reality.