CONSTRUCTION PORTFOLIO OF EVENTS

24 – 27 November 2025

Dubai World Trade Centre

By 2050, nearly 7 in 10 people
will live in cities.

The pressure is mounting; on housing, infrastructure, climate and equity. Cities must adapt fast. LiveableCitiesX is where bold ideas become action.

It brings together global changemakers and urban transformation leaders driving urban change; from policy to planning, development to delivery. Together, we’re shaping cities that are resilient, sustainable and ready for the future.

Whether you’re a city planner, sustainability expert or urban development enthusiast, LiveableCitiesX equips you with actionable strategies and the right partnerships to shape sustainable and liveable cities.

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Global cities.
Shared futures

Cities are under pressure; rising emissions, outdated infrastructure, growing populations. LiveableCitiesX brings together the leaders shaping solutions. From resilient systems to low-carbon design, this is where policy, planning and investment align to future-proof urban growth.

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Key themes for 2025

Global policy
insights

Integrated urban environments

Rehumanize urban environments

Cities as drivers of economic growth

Proven leaders. Practical insights.
Meet our first confirmed speakers.

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Himanshu Kaul

CTO & Director of Innovation - Cognitive CitiesELISIUM City

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Dr Houssem Jemili

Vice President Bain & Company, Middle East Inc.

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Jarmo Eskelinen

CEO, Senior AdvisorCityCraft Ltd., Aalto Universitz

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Eng Leyla Saadi

Founder - Managing Directorurban collabs

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Mahmoud Dandashly

Chief Business Officer LEAD Real Estate Developer

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Dr Patrik Schumacher

PrincipalZaha Hadid Architects

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Peter Lorenz

Architect Diplom IngenieurLORENZATELIERS ZTGmbH

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Saravanan Sugumaran

Managing DirectorMORROW Intelligence

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Shawn Meyers

Middle East Masterplanning DirectorDLR Group

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Vladislav Boutenko

Managing Director and Senior Partner; Chair, BCG’s Global Center for Future Cities (GCFC)Boston Consulting Group

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Yvonne Zhou

Managing Director and Senior Partner Boston Consulting Group International Inc.

Bringing together the urban transformation value chain

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Leaders

Influential policymakers and decision-makers unite to drive global urban transformation forward.

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Speakers

A world-class program featuring global urban leaders presenting real-life use cases and behind-the-scenes insights.

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Delegates

Business leads from all over the world attend to gain insights and turn learnings into actionable strategic plans.

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Partners

Joining forces with forward-thinking companies to positively influence the development of our future cities.

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Exhibitors

Top providers showcasing innovative solutions for urban efficiencies to resolve real-world challenges.

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Visitors

Passionate city-changemakers come together to shape liveable cities through collective action.

Get involved

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Partner

Establish your brand as a key driver of urban transformation and become the trusted partner in leading change.

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Speak

Position yourself as a thought leader by sharing your knowledge in discussions with leading experts and key influencers.

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Visit

Stand out as a city changemaker by leading efforts for better urban living through collaborative innovation.