Overview

The biennial World Cities Summit (WCS) is a global platform for government leaders and industry experts to address liveable and sustainable city challenges, share integrated urban solutions and forge new partnerships. Since 2008, WCS has seen the participation of over 250 cities from around the world, represented by leaders from government, business, international organisations and academia.

The 10th edition of the World Cities Summit will be held from 14 to 16 June 2026, in Singapore. This 3-day event comprises the main conference and other key events such as the WCS Mayors Forum, WCS Young Leaders Symposium, the Lee Kuan Yew World Prize Award Ceremony and Banquet, and an exhibition.

The theme for WCS 2026 is Liveable and Sustainable Cities: ACT Now! 

Accelerate, Collaborate, and Transform - to create more liveable, resilient, and sustainable cities. 

The pace of urban change and development demands decisive action. Cities are rapidly scaling up climate resilient solutions, deploying cutting-edge AI technology and fast-tracking sustainable infrastructure. This momentum requires accelerated decision-making, collaboration in implementation, and innovative solutions that prioritise residents’ well-being.

Dynamic partnerships bring together resources, expertise, and technologies, allowing cities and stakeholders to accelerate concept to implementation, effectively meeting future challenges by developing new approaches in urban rejuvenation and planning.

World Cities Summit 2026 celebrates how cities are transforming through bold leadership and partnerships, to actively shape a more liveable future for all.

Delegates will engage with the theme across five thematic tracks: Cities for People, Resilient & Regenerative Cities, Smart Cities, Financing of Cities and Future Cities. Each track comprises plenaries and in-depth discussion sessions, special convenings and roundtables, organised with strategic partners to ensure a rich and diverse discussion. 

We are also looking forward to a new track helmed by WRLDCTY Pte Ltd.