2026 Prize

Call for nominations

Nominations for the 2026 Prize now open! Apply for the 2026 Prize to assess your city’s potential, showcase its brilliance, and be among a global community of innovators.

The Prize for cities

The Prize is a prestigious international award honouring outstanding cities in creating liveable, vibrant & sustainable urban communities. Established in 2009, the Prize looks at the holistic transformation of cities over 10 to 20 years.

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Discover the visionary approaches of Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize cities from 2010-2024, with exclusive interviews from the Mayors of the 2024 cities, in this comprehensive ebook showcasing exemplary leadership and sustainable urban development.