Cities Forum 2017

The theme of the 3rd CITIES FORUM organised by the European Commission on 27 and 28 November in the City of Rotterdam (the Netherlands) is 'Moving forward with the Urban Agenda for the EU towards a more sustainable urban development within cities all over the globe'.
The event brings together key stakeholders from European, national and local levels to debate the progress of the Urban agenda for the EU, the urban dimension of the Cohesion Policy, and the EU response to the urban dimension of the 2030 Agenda and the New Urban Agenda.
On 27 November, the agenda features a series of workshops throughout the city of Rotterdam, as well as a high level panel discussion hosted on the SS Rotterdam, a former ocean liner.
On 28 November, focus is on the progress and future direction of the Urban Agenda and the urban dimension of the Cohesion Policy, which will be reflected against global urban policies, strategies and goals. A new platform will be launched assisting cities in improving their investment capacities. An exhibition will also be open to participants where urban organisations and networks host stands and engage and provide information on urban programmes and initiatives.