Upcoming Events

To cultivate knowledge sharing and dialogue, the LKYWCP Network secretariat facilitates knowledge creation and sharing through research collaborations, international panel of experts, and lectures with its members. The LKYWCP Network also supports member-led initiatives to engender a spirit of collaboration and partnership amongst cities.

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Mayors Forum 2025 (Vienna, Austria)

WCS Responsive Cities Session - 3 July 2025

The WCS Responsive Cities Session was a two-part programme which explored the increasingly complex challenges of rapid urbanisation including climate change and evolving societies. Responsive cities leverage on a science of cities approach to urban governance, encompassing data-smart governance and use of technology in citizen engagement. These help cities to deliver evidence-based solutions to create urban environments that are more liveable, resilient, and attuned to the dynamic needs of the citizens.

The session began with the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize Network (LKYWCP Network) Knowledge Forum. The Knowledge Forum featured a panel of representatives from the LKYWCP Network member cities.

The LKYWCP Network Knowledge Forum explored how cities can build trust with citizens through inclusive and collaborative governance. At the heart of this approach was the recognition that urban governance must be both strategic and adaptable — able to respond effectively to complex challenges while remaining grounded in the lived experiences of its residents.

Panelists shared their experiences and insights from the field, deep diving into:
• Policies that have enabled cities to respond effectively to emerging citizen needs or crises
• Institutional and governance shifts that have supported more agile, iterative planning
• Strategies to balance long-term strategic planning with short-term responsiveness in city governance

Through open discussion, the LKYWCP Network Forum brought together policy practitioners, researchers, and urban experts to reflect on how cities can deepen responsiveness while strengthening public trust.

The LKYWCP Network Knowledge Forum at the World Cities Summit Mayors Forum 2025 Responsive Cities Session featured rich representation from across the Network, with panelists from Bilbao, Brisbane, Medellín, New York City, Seoul, Singapore, Vienna, and Yokohama. © Centre for Liveable Cities

The LKYWCP Network Knowledge Forum discussed how cities can build trust through inclusive governance and balance long-term strategies with agile and effective responses. © Centre for Liveable Cities

WRLDCITY & The Bay Awards Summit (Bilbao, Spain)

Resilience & Regeneration Strategies for Urban Innovation - 9 Oct 2024

This panel discussion focused on urban revitalisation and addresses various aspects of resilience such as climate change adaptation, risks from extreme weather events, demographic shifts, economic rejuvenation, and citizen participation. It provided a comprehensive view of the challenges and opportunities cities are facing today.

Panelists included representatives from LKYWCP Network founding member cities of Bilbao, Medellín, New York City, Seoul, and Vienna. The panel was moderated by CLC’s Executive Fellow, Mr Michael Koh.

LKYWCP Network Convening Session – 8 Oct 2024

The LKYWCP Network held a closed-door Convening Session, where members engaged in a focused discussion on policy and planning strategies for urban rejuvenation, exchanging insights on approaches to guide the sustainable and people-centred revitalisation of urban areas.

The Panel on Resilience & Regeneration Strategies for Urban Innovation examined impactful initiatives aimed at revitalisation and resilience. © Centre for Liveable Cities

LKYWCP Network Members at the WRLDCTY & The Bay Awards Summit in Bilbao Spain, the first LKYWCP Network convening outside of Singapore. © Centre for Liveable Cities