The best ideas are already out there. Cities are where the solutions are. From around the world, cities submitted their most ambitious ideas for inclusive, resilient and sustainable development. On 25 June 2026, ahead of the Metropolis General Assembly, we announce 15 shortlisted and 30 exemplary initiatives at the UCLG World Congress in Tangier, Morocco. Since 2012, the Guangzhou Award has been the space where cities come to share what works. Because when one city solves a problem, every city learns. Watch this space for this year's shortlisted initiatives, and explore what previous editions have produced at zurl.co/BpZmi. #7thGuangzhouAward #MetropolisAFutureForAll #UrbanInnovation #Tangier2026 #GuangzhouAward #UCLGCongress | @uclg_org , @GuangzhouAward

UCLG unites local governments worldwide. Metropolis is where the world's largest cities find their collective voice. 🗣️ This June in Tangier, both convene. On 26 June, 160 cities gather for the Metropolis General Assembly: from local action to metropolitan strategy. Urban leaders shaping a future for all. #MetropolisAFutureForAll #UCLGCongress #Tangier2026 #UCLGmeets #Listen2Cities

381 submissions. 248 cities. 60 countries. The 7th Guangzhou Award shortlist is almost here. On 25 June 2026, the day before the Metropolis General Assembly 2026, we will announce 15 shortlisted and 30 exemplary urban innovation initiatives at the UCLG World Congress in Tangier, Morocco. Since 2012, the Guangzhou Award has championed cities leading the way on inclusive, resilient and sustainable urban development. This edition is no different. Cities are where the solutions are. #7thGuangzhouAward #MetropolisAFutureForAll #UrbanInnovation #Cities #Tangier2026 #7thGuangzhouAward | @uclg_org , @GuangzhouAward