https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/ Read more on Resources here. en Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:49:32 +0800 Isomer (https://www.isomer.gov.sg) https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/koen-kennisurn:isomer:resource:390127Antwerp is reshaping its streets to put pedestrians first. Read how the city is using smart apps, shared mobility, and redesigned roads to make walking and cycling the easiest choice.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/bronwen-hamiltonurn:isomer:resource:390096Discover how Melbourne's Design Excellence Programme is raising the bar for urban design through free expert advice, community events, and collaborative platforms.Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/joyce-van-den-bergurn:isomer:resource:390123Discover why healthy soil is the foundation of liveable cities, and how a more joined-up approach to urban planning can help cities thrive above and below ground.Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/priya-reddyurn:isomer:resource:390146Discover how Cape Town's "Day Zero" campaign turned a water crisis into collective action, and the lasting changes it inspired in how people use and value water.Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/michael-edwardsurn:isomer:resource:390136Read how Chicago Loop Alliance brings life to forgotten city spaces and keeps downtowns vibrant through events, data, and community storytelling.Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/christopher-lawurn:isomer:resource:390101Discover how storytelling and community involvement drive great placemaking. Learn from Christopher Law's work on historic districts and vibrant public spaces.Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/edith-hsuurn:isomer:resource:390111Discover how New York City built nearly 600 public spaces within private properties through smart regulations and strong public-private partnerships.Thu, 10 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/2024-press-releaseurn:isomer:resource:390085Mexico City has won the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2024 for its bold urban reforms. Read about its winning strategies and the four Special Mention cities.Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/antwerp-scheldt-quaysurn:isomer:resource:390089Explore how Antwerp revived its neglected riverside quays into vibrant public spaces, while adapting to flood risks and reconnecting communities with the River Scheldt.Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/alumni-breakfast-2023urn:isomer:resource:390087See what Prize cities like Seoul, Antwerp, and Vienna are doing to improve urban living. Read the latest updates from the 2023 Alumni Breakfast in Seoul.Sat, 28 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/new-nc-members-2024urn:isomer:resource:390139Meet the two new urban experts joining the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize Nominating Committee, and the newly appointed Prize Secretary.Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/vienna-danubeurn:isomer:resource:390172Discover how Vienna's long-term flood planning turned a river threat into a thriving leisure and nature destination.Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/vienna-parkletsurn:isomer:resource:390173Discover how Vienna's 'Grätzloase' programme turns parking lanes into vibrant community spaces, and explore ideas your city can replicate.Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/lisbon-resurgenceurn:isomer:resource:390129Discover how Lisbon turned years of decline into a remarkable revival through smart partnerships and targeted urban renewal.Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/lisbonurn:isomer:resource:390130Explore how Lisbon used creative urban projects to revitalise its riverfront, public squares, and historic quarters through this photo essay.Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/reimagining-bostonurn:isomer:resource:390149Discover how Boston tackles housing, transport, and climate change by uniting communities, businesses, and city leaders around a shared vision for a more liveable city.Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/bostonurn:isomer:resource:390095Explore how Boston rebuilt itself after post-war decline, using bold infrastructure projects and small-scale changes to drive urban renewal.Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/larry-ngurn:isomer:resource:390128Mr Larry Ng steps down as Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize Secretary after 14 years. Ms Yap Lay Bee takes over, bringing her urban design expertise to the role.Tue, 31 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/antwerp-slow-urbanismurn:isomer:resource:390090Discover how Antwerp turned urban decline into renewal through 'slow urbanism' — tackling problems step by step while building a long-term vision with its citizens.Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/antwerpurn:isomer:resource:390091Explore how Antwerp revived neglected areas through small, thoughtful steps — from affordable housing to large-scale urban renewal shaped by citizens.Mon, 31 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/cities-on-the-reboundurn:isomer:resource:390103Discover how Antwerp, Boston and Lisbon turned difficult pasts into thriving futures through bold ideas in housing, climate resilience, and civic participation.Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/wcs2022urn:isomer:resource:390176Relive the highlights of the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize at World Cities Summit 2022, where Vienna and three Special Mention cities were celebrated at a gala dinner held at The Istana.Wed, 07 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/new-ebookurn:isomer:resource:390138Download the "Celebrating Ten Years of the Prize" eBook, which marks a decade of the Prize and features essays by jury members on Laureates and cities recognised over six cycles.Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/shaping-vienna-ground-upurn:isomer:resource:390159Discover how Vienna builds a better city by putting citizens at the heart of urban planning, from youth workshops to community energy projects.Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/vienna2urn:isomer:resource:390175Explore how Vienna's small but clever initiatives — from community parklets to green façades and affordable transit passes — create lasting change for its residents.Thu, 07 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/vienna-climate-changeurn:isomer:resource:390171Discover how Vienna, the 2020 Prize Laureate, cut carbon emissions per person by 40% through bold action on housing, transport, and green spaces.Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/2022-press-releaseurn:isomer:resource:390084Vienna, Austria has won the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2020 for its outstanding efforts in urban renewal and sustainable growth. Find out what sets Vienna apart as a model city.Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/greg-clarkurn:isomer:resource:390115Read Prof Greg Clark's thoughts on how cities can adapt after COVID-19, from green recovery to the rise of "blended cities" that merge physical and digital life.Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/kazan-sportsurn:isomer:resource:390125Discover how Kazan used sports events and city-wide upgrades to boost public health and become Russia's sports capital.Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/creating-self-driven-local-economyurn:isomer:resource:390107Discover how Surabaya boosted household incomes by empowering local communities through training and platforms to grow home-based businesses into a sustainable local economy.Mon, 17 May 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/tokyo-rail-networkurn:isomer:resource:390162Explore how Tokyo built one of the world's most efficient rail networks over 60 years, through public-private partnerships and transit-oriented development.Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/yuriko-koikeurn:isomer:resource:390178Read how Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike is using technology, policy and community effort to build a more inclusive city through the pandemic.Tue, 16 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/hafencityurn:isomer:resource:390117Discover how Hamburg transformed a former industrial port into a thriving mixed-use district through smart governance and an innovative land sales model.Sun, 24 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/peter-smithurn:isomer:resource:390142Discover why memorable places are built on more than just physical design. Peter Smith shares how communities and governments can work together to shape places that are socially, culturally, and economically vibrant.Sat, 23 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/car-to-people-spacesurn:isomer:resource:390100Explore how Seoul reclaimed car-dominated spaces for people through three bold urban projects, reshaping the city into a greener, more walkable place.Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/citizen-engagementurn:isomer:resource:390104Explore how Seoul tackled public opposition to urban development by building one of its most ambitious citizen engagement processes, leading to the Seoul Plan 2030.Sat, 24 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/metrocableurn:isomer:resource:390135Discover how Medellín's MetroCable transformed daily life by linking isolated mountain communities to the city centre, cutting travel times and opening new paths to jobs and education.Tue, 22 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/uvaurn:isomer:resource:390168Discover how Medellín turned neglected water tank sites into vibrant community spaces, built with residents at every step.Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/circumvent-gardenurn:isomer:resource:390102Discover how Medellín turned illegal hillside settlements into thriving communities through the Circumvent Garden, using green spaces and civic involvement to improve lives and reconnect residents with their city.Mon, 20 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/inclusive-social-policies-suzhouurn:isomer:resource:390120Discover how Suzhou used inclusive social policies to give migrant workers equal access to housing, healthcare, and education, helping to build a fairer, more stable city.Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/pingjiang-historic-districturn:isomer:resource:390143Explore how Suzhou preserved the heritage and character of its Pingjiang Historic District while modernising, balancing physical restoration with living traditions.Mon, 25 May 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/1-for-3-housingurn:isomer:resource:390083Find out how Suzhou's 1-for-3 housing policy helped relocate rural farmers and restore the Stone Lake District's ecology.Sun, 26 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/repurposing-public-right-of-wayurn:isomer:resource:390151Discover how New York City turned road space into vibrant public plazas, boosting safety, active travel, and community life across the city.Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/daniel-libeskindurn:isomer:resource:390108Explore architect Daniel Libeskind's views on how memory shapes physical spaces and why it matters for designing places that connect the past, present, and future.Sat, 22 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/seoul-solutionsurn:isomer:resource:390155Discover how Seoul is tackling housing costs, reviving old spaces, and expanding greenery to build a more liveable city for all.Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/brooklyn-bridge-parkurn:isomer:resource:390097Explore how Brooklyn Bridge Park transformed a neglected industrial waterfront into a thriving 34-hectare urban park, reconnecting New York residents with the river sustainably.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/medellin-model-city-greater-heightsurn:isomer:resource:390132Discover how Medellín transformed from one of the world's most dangerous cities into a global model of social innovation, and explore its latest efforts to build a greener, healthier future.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/designing-seoullo-7017urn:isomer:resource:390109Discover how architect Winy Maas turned a disused Seoul highway into an elevated park, and the design thinking behind Seoullo 7017.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/west-chelsea-high-line-planurn:isomer:resource:390177Explore how New York City used smart zoning tools to transform an abandoned rail line into the iconic High Line park, spurring over USD $2 billion in private investment.Fri, 08 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/marriage-culture-commerceurn:isomer:resource:390131Discover how Suzhou blends rich heritage with modern growth to build a thriving city. Explore the urban strategies behind its rise as a global hub for trade, culture, and innovation.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/developing-groundup-surabayaurn:isomer:resource:390110Find out how former Surabaya Mayor Tri Rismaharini turned a cash-strapped city into a clean, green, and vibrant one by putting its people at the heart of change.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/bilbao-ria-2000urn:isomer:resource:390093Discover how Bilbao used a unique governance model to drive lasting urban change. Read how Bilbao Ria 2000 kept long-term plans on track across changing leadership.Mon, 23 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/nyc-renewedurn:isomer:resource:390140Discover how New York City, the 2012 Prize Laureate, is using bold plans and new tech to build a greener, fairer city for 2050.Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/abandoibarra-waterfronturn:isomer:resource:390086Discover how Bilbao transformed a run-down industrial port into a thriving cultural district, and explore the lessons other cities can draw from this urban renewal success.Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/seoulistic-urban-regenerationurn:isomer:resource:390158Discover how Seoul shifted from top-down urban development to citizen-led regeneration, as Deputy Mayor Hee Seon Jin explains the 'Seoulistic' approach reshaping the city.Fri, 16 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/spotlight-bilbaourn:isomer:resource:390160Discover how Bilbao, the inaugural Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize winner, is reinventing itself through flood protection, green spaces, and smart urban development.Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/business-district-vibrant-huburn:isomer:resource:390099Discover how Tokyo's OMY district used public-private partnership to become a lively, mixed-use hub, and the lessons other cities can learn from this transformation.Thu, 16 May 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/hamburgurn:isomer:resource:390119Discover how Hamburg balances growth with liveability through affordable housing, inclusive planning, and bold urban renewal.Fri, 18 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/people-public-private-partnershipsurn:isomer:resource:390141Discover how Tokyo's century-long tradition of public-private-community partnerships has shaped the city, and how it continues to drive urban renewal, disaster resilience, and civic engagement today.Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/tokyourn:isomer:resource:390163Discover how Tokyo's long-term urban planning transformed it into a thriving megacity with world-class transport, vibrant business districts, and green spaces.Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/preserving-past-conserving-futureurn:isomer:resource:390145Discover how Surabaya transformed its kampungs, heritage sites, and neglected areas into thriving communities, earning global recognition for balancing growth with culture and liveability.Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/surabayaurn:isomer:resource:390161Discover how Surabaya tackled poverty and urban challenges by empowering its kampung communities to build a cleaner, greener, and more prosperous city.Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/kazan-second-lifeurn:isomer:resource:390124Discover how Kazan turned itself around by investing in sports, youth programmes, and social harmony to boost health and keep families in the city.Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/kazanurn:isomer:resource:390126Discover how Kazan built a healthier, more harmonious city through sports, cultural heritage, green spaces, and a shared respect for all faiths and peoples.Wed, 19 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/hamburg-transformedurn:isomer:resource:390118Discover how Hamburg transformed neglected areas into thriving communities through bold urban regeneration, and the lessons other cities can draw from its approach.Tue, 21 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/building-liveable-citiesurn:isomer:resource:390098Discover how Hamburg, Surabaya, Kazan and Tokyo tackled urban growth by improving housing, infrastructure and neighbourhoods for their residents.Mon, 18 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/seoul-rejuvenatedurn:isomer:resource:390154Discover how Seoul transformed car-centric spaces into vibrant public areas, winning the 2018 Prize for its bold work in urban renewal and sustainability.Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/seoul2urn:isomer:resource:390157Discover how Seoul transformed ageing infrastructure into vibrant public spaces, preserving heritage and memories without demolition.Wed, 16 May 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/power-to-peopleurn:isomer:resource:390144Discover how Seoul transformed into an inclusive city by giving citizens real power in urban planning and decision-making.Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/seoulurn:isomer:resource:390156Discover how Seoul used bold urban projects to transform the city and improve life for its residents.Wed, 18 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/jan-gehl-designing-cities-peopleurn:isomer:resource:390122Read Jan Gehl's insights on how human-scale design and great public spaces keep cities vibrant and liveable for all.Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/anthony-townsend-smart-cityurn:isomer:resource:390088Read urban planner Anthony Townsend's views on what makes a city truly smart, and why foresight, public engagement, and careful use of technology matter.Mon, 04 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/safe-smart-connectedurn:isomer:resource:390152Discover how Medellín transformed from one of the world's most dangerous cities into Latin America's rising hub of innovation, investment, and inclusive urban growth.Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/prize-to-inspireurn:isomer:resource:390147Discover how cities like Medellín achieved lasting change through strong leadership and participatory planning, and what this means for urban communities worldwide.Thu, 30 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/investing-culture-peopleurn:isomer:resource:390121Read Mayor Juan María Aburto's thoughts on how Bilbao is building a smart city through culture, talent, and social investment.Tue, 28 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/vienna-at-crossroadsurn:isomer:resource:390170Discover how Vienna's bold flood management and green initiatives earned it global recognition, and what lessons this historic city offers for balancing growth with sustainability.Thu, 26 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/viennaurn:isomer:resource:390174Explore how Vienna balances its rich heritage with bold innovation to remain one of the world's most liveable cities, with ambitions to become Europe's Environmental Model City.Thu, 26 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/torontos-transformationurn:isomer:resource:390165Discover how Toronto transformed neglected port land into a thriving waterfront district, earning global recognition as one of North America's fastest growing cities.Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/torontourn:isomer:resource:390164Explore how Toronto's smart urban design and social programmes have transformed the city into a vibrant, inclusive place for all.Mon, 28 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/engaging-communities-sustainable-futureurn:isomer:resource:390112Discover how Sydney's 18-month community engagement process shaped its sustainability blueprint and brought residents together around a shared vision for 2030.Thu, 27 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/reinventing-auckland-through-designurn:isomer:resource:390150Discover how Auckland shifted from a car-dominated city to a liveable, people-first metropolis through bold design leadership and smart urban projects.Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/aucklandurn:isomer:resource:390092See how Auckland used smart urban design to build a more vibrant, liveable city that embraces its diverse people and communities.Wed, 28 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/transforming-governance-placing-people-firsturn:isomer:resource:390167Discover how Auckland unified its governance and put its people first to become one of the world's most liveable cities.Wed, 24 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/transforming-barrios-transforming-medellinurn:isomer:resource:390166Discover how Medellín tackled informal settlements through bold ideas, community ownership, and sustained effort to transform its barrios and improve residents' lives.Wed, 22 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/four-different-citiesurn:isomer:resource:390114Discover how Auckland, Sydney, Toronto, and Vienna — the 2016 Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize Special Mentions — share three key themes that shaped their paths to becoming more liveable, sustainable cities.Tue, 24 May 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/reaching-high-moving-upurn:isomer:resource:390148Discover how Medellín transformed from the world's most dangerous city into a 2016 Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize Laureate through bold investment in transport, public spaces, and education.Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/medellinurn:isomer:resource:390134Explore how Medellín used bold transport and social projects to transform itself into a model for urban innovation and equity.Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/growing-threat-cyber-risksurn:isomer:resource:390116Read Pierre Noel's insights on why cyber-attacks pose a growing threat to cities, and what steps authorities must take to build stronger defences.Tue, 19 May 2015 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/mitigating-effects-natural-disastersurn:isomer:resource:390137Read Dr Peter Williams' views on how cities can reduce the impact of natural disasters through better infrastructure, technology, and stronger ties between leaders and residents.Tue, 28 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/medellin-transformedurn:isomer:resource:390133Discover how Medellín transformed from the world's most dangerous city into a model of urban liveability through bold leadership and targeted community-driven development.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/selling-cities-yokohama-storyurn:isomer:resource:390153Discover how Yokohama transformed its waterfront and city centre to attract global investors, talent, and tourists through bold urban planning.Sun, 31 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/value-of-citiesurn:isomer:resource:390169Discover how Suzhou balanced economic growth with social and environmental goals to become a liveable, thriving city.Fri, 30 May 2014 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/epitomising-liveable-sustainable-citiesurn:isomer:resource:390113Discover how Suzhou, the 2014 Prize Laureate, balanced growth, heritage, and social welfare to become a model for liveable, sustainable cities.Wed, 30 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0800 https://www.leekuanyewworldcityprize.gov.sg/resources/constructing-knowledge-cityurn:isomer:resource:390105Discover how Bilbao evolved from industrial decline into a vibrant city, and learn about its next steps towards becoming a hub for knowledge and innovation.Fri, 30 Aug 2013 00:00:00 +0800