World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization, Seoul (2026)

04/08/2026

Explore the role of smart cities in building a more sustainable, human-centric, and inclusive future at the 7th WeGO General Assembly, taking place on November 26-27 2026, São Paulo, Brazil.

The WeGO General Assembly (GA) is a triennial event that gathers high-level representatives from its members and partners to shape the key agenda of the organization for the coming years.

Under the theme “Smart Cities for People: Building Peaceful and Inclusive Urban Futures”, the two-day event will offer participants a wide range of activities including the General Assembly Session itself, a Mayors’ Meeting, Smart City Index sessions, thematic and parallel smart city panels, and technical and cultural visits.

Register today: https://we-gov.org/general-assembly/2026-wego-general-assembly/

31/07/2026

The World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO) participated in the AI International Standards Global Expert Invitation Seminar (AI-CJK Forum). The forum brought together AI standardization experts and practitioners from Japan, Korea, and China, representing academia, industry, testing and certification bodies, as well as representatives from international standardization organizations.

WeGO presented "WeGO and Trends in AI-Driven Smart City Cooperation," covering three key areas. An overview of AI-driven smart city cases from WeGO's global network of over 200 members, including case studies from Rio de Janeiro and Abu Dhabi. An analysis of AI project trends emerging from the 2026 Seoul Smart City Prize, in which 116 out of 210 applications incorporated AI-related elements, demonstrating the significant role of AI in contemporary urban governance. WeGO's ongoing initiative to develop an international standard for smart city project evaluation, drawing on the empirical knowledge and practical outcomes accumulated through the Seoul Smart City Prize.

A notable aspect of WeGO’s participation was the opportunity to engage directly with representatives of Working Group 4 (WG4) under ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 42 (Artificial Intelligence). The forum provided a concrete channel for WeGO to connect its standardization agenda with the broader ISO community, opening the door to future cooperation on advancing this initiative.

Read more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-participates-in-ai-cjk-forum-strengthening-cooperation-on-ai-standardization-for-smart-cities/

31/07/2026

The World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO), together with its President City, the Seoul Metropolitan Government (SMG), and the Seoul Urban Solutions Agency (SUSA), concluded a four-day mission to Addis Ababa centered on the Final Dissemination Seminar of the 2025 Seoul Smart City Prize International Cooperation Program.

The mission demonstrated how the Seoul Smart City Prize extends beyond recognition to deliver practical, long-term value through technical cooperation while also reinforcing WeGO's strategic partnerships across the continent.

Following its recognition as the winner of the 2024 Seoul Smart City Prize, Addis Ababa was selected as the beneficiary of the 2025 Seoul Smart City Prize International Cooperation Program. Through the program, the Addis Ababa City Administration (AACA) received technical and financial support to implement the CAL-Addis Project, a feasibility study aimed at developing a prototype Mayor's Dashboard for data-driven governance, benchmarked against the Smart Seoul View model.

Read more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-marks-completion-of-seoul-smart-city-prize-international-cooperation-program-deepening-partnership-with-addis-ababa-and-expanding-engagement-across-africa/

28/07/2026

The World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO) participated in the 2026 International Career Fair which was hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and held at Seoul City Hall, engaging with university students and young job seekers interested in pursuing careers in international organizations.

During the main session, Program Manager Mr. Lii Inn Tan delivered a presentation introducing WeGO’s vision, role, and key initiatives. In addition, the WeGO team engaged participants through on-site outreach activities to introduce WeGO and its programs including the WeGO Sustainable Smart City Champions Workshop & Global Youth Award Ceremony, an upcoming program for young people and professionals interested in smart and sustainable city development.

Attracting a broad audience interested in careers with international organizations, the 2026 International Career Fair offered WeGO a meaningful platform to showcase its work, introduce WeGO’s flagship programs to a wider audience, and connect directly with participants interested in international cooperation and smart city development.

Read more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-engages-aspiring-young-professionals-at-the-2026-international-career-fair/

27/07/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for the 7th WeGO General Assembly (GA) taking place on November 26-27 2026, São Paulo, Brazil!

Under the theme “Smart Cities for People: Building Peaceful and Inclusive Urban Futures”, this important event will reflect on the role of smart cities in building a more sustainable, human-centric, and inclusive future.

The WeGO General Assembly (GA) is a triennial event that gathers high-level representatives from its members and partners to shape the key agenda of the organization for the coming years.

The two-day event will offer participants a wide range of activities including the General Assembly Session itself, a Mayors’ Meeting, Smart City Index sessions, thematic and parallel smart city panels, and technical and cultural visits.

Register today: https://we-gov.org/general-assembly/2026-wego-general-assembly/

23/07/2026

The World Smart Sustainable Cities Organization (WeGO) welcomed a delegation from the Leshan Municipal Government to its Secretariat in Seoul on 18 June 2026, affirming both sides' shared commitment to advancing smart and sustainable urban development through international cooperation and knowledge exchange.

The delegation was led by Mr. Wen Su, Deputy Secretary of the Communist Party of China Leshan Municipal Committee, and met with WeGO representative Dr. Kakim Danabayev, Senior Program Officer. During the meeting, the two sides explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration in smart city development, green innovation, and capacity building.

The visit marks an important step toward expanding cooperation between WeGO and the Leshan Municipal Government and reflects WeGO's continued commitment to connecting cities, sharing knowledge, and promoting innovative solutions for sustainable urban development worldwide.

Learn more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-welcomes-leshan-municipal-delegation-for-strategic-exchange/

21/07/2026

WeGO Welcomes City of Granada, Lays Groundwork for Cooperation on Smart City Innovation and AI

WeGO had the pleasure of welcoming the visit of H.E. Ms. Marifrán Carazo Villalonga, Mayor of the City of Granada (Spain), and Mr. Enrique Catalina, Second Deputy Mayor and City Councillor for Urban Planning, Public Works, and Licensing, accompanied by a high-level delegation from the City of Granada.

This meeting marks a promising step toward strengthening ties between WeGO and the City of Granada. WeGO looks forward to welcoming Granada in joining the WeGO network. Both parties look forward to continuing the dialogue and exploring concrete opportunities for collaboration in the fields of smart city development, AI-driven public administration, and international cultural exchange.

Read more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-welcomes-city-of-granada-lays-groundwork-for-cooperation-on-smart-city-innovation-and-ai/

21/07/2026

WeGO Champions 2026 Workshops Address the Global Housing Crisis in Geneva, Baku, and Cairo

The WeGO Sustainable Smart City Champions Program launched its 2026 workshop series in Geneva, Cairo, and Baku, bringing together about 100 participants. Focusing on today’s housing challenges and the long-term future of urban housing, the workshops examined how international commitments can be translated into local action through governance, institutional coordination, data-driven approaches, and community engagement.

The first workshop was held on May 7 at Campus Biotech at the University of Geneva, gathering 30 participants to explore international responses to the housing crisis and the gap between multilateral commitments and city-level implementation.

The second session was held on May 21 at the Azerbaijan Pavilion during the World Urban Forum 13 in Baku, gathering 30 participants from academia, government, international organizations, research institutions, and the urban-planning community.

Held at Cairo University on June 4, the workshop brought together 31 students and explored how housing and urban-regeneration agendas interact with Cairo’s urban environment.

Read more: https://we-gov.org/news/news-2026/wego-champions-2026-workshops-address-the-global-housing-crisis-in-geneva-baku-and-cairo/

21/07/2026

Registration is officially OPEN for the 7th WeGO General Assembly (GA) taking place on November 26-27 2026, São Paulo, Brazil!

Under the theme “Smart Cities for People: Building Peaceful and Inclusive Urban Futures”, this important event will reflect on the role of smart cities in building a more sustainable, human-centric, and inclusive future.

The WeGO General Assembly (GA) is a triennial event that gathers high-level representatives from its members and partners to shape the key agenda of the organization for the coming years.

The two-day event will offer participants a wide range of activities including the General Assembly Session itself, a Mayors’ Meeting, Smart City Index sessions, thematic and parallel smart city panels, and technical and cultural visits.

Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ghvn8v7p

26/06/2026

On June 24th, WeGO celebrated the renewal of the MoU between WeGO and Global Cities Hub (GCH) through a virtual signing ceremony, bringing together Co-Director of GCH Ms. Anh Thu Duong and WeGO's Secretary General Mr. Jeong Kee Kim.

We look forward to building on this renewed collaboration to advance smart, sustainable, and inclusive urban development together.

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