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Officials from more than 10 countries discuss cities in Luoyang
Nearly 100 city officials, political figures and scholars from more than 10 countries met in Luoyang, in China’s Henan province, on October 11.
They agreed that cities should put people first, protect their history while developing, pursue greener growth and learn from different cultures.
The gathering was called the 2026 World Mayors Dialogue in Luoyang and focused on preserving the heritage of ancient capitals and exchanging ideas about urban culture.
Participants discussed how cities can balance heritage protection, innovation and quality of life.
Luoyang’s mayor said the city shares its culture and welcomes cultural exchange; its peonies have been displayed in cities including Tours, France, and Milan, Italy.
The three-day event also included visits to historic sites and a manufacturing base, as well as discussions on preserving heritage, strengthening manufacturing and renewing ancient cities.
The participants’ stated goal is to build cities that balance development with cultural preservation and environmental care.
Officials, politicians and scholars from more than 10 countries met in Luoyang, China, on October 11 for the 2026 World Mayors Dialogue.
Nearly 100 participants agreed on principles including people-centred development, preserving cultural heritage, green transformation and mutual learning among civilizations.
The main dialogue focused on how cities can combine their historical heritage with contemporary urban development.
The three-day event also included visits to cultural sites and manufacturing facilities, along with three themed discussions.
- Who
- Nearly 100 mayors, officials, politicians and scholars from more than 10 countries.
- What
- They held the 2026 World Mayors Dialogue and agreed on principles for urban development and cultural exchange.
- When
- The main dialogue took place on October 11, 2026; the event lasted three days.
- Where
- Luoyang, Henan province, China.
- Why
- To discuss preserving urban heritage, green development and exchanges among civilizations.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
The idea of cities coexisting with green spaces has been well practiced in Luoyang
We must find a balance between protection, innovation and quality of life
The main dialogue of the 2026 World Mayors Dialogue was held in Luoyang.
Guests visited cultural heritage sites and manufacturing facilities and took part in three themed discussions.
- Countries represented
- More than 10
- Participants
- Nearly 100 mayors, officials, politicians and scholars
- Event
- 2026 World Mayors Dialogue · Luoyang
- Event duration
- Three days
- Cultural sites visited
- Sui and Tang Luoyang City ruins and Longmen Grottoes
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