Mayor of Kazan, President of the Eurasian Branch of UCLG, and President of the UN Advisory Committee on Local Authorities Ilsur Metshin participated in the UCLG Presidium meeting via video link. During the meeting, the term of office of Emilia Saiz, who has served as Secretary General of the organization since 2017, was extended. The meeting participants were welcomed by UCLG President Ugur Ibrahim Altay.
This year, the World Organization "United Cities and Local Governments" celebrates its 20th anniversary. The same milestone is being marked by its Eurasian branch, which was established on April 2, 2004, in Kazan.
“Sustainable development goals are being adopted, climate initiatives and the principles of responsible consumption and production are being promoted. Today, we unite more than 800 municipalities from countries across the Eurasian region and continue to develop dynamically, defending the interests of local authorities in Eurasia and strengthening the global municipal movement as a whole,” noted the Mayor.
According to Ilsur Metshin, despite the complex international situation, the unity of the organization remains intact. The members of the association pursue common goals aimed at creating favorable conditions in cities and promoting the development of the international municipal movement.