24 – 27 November 2025

Dubai World Trade Centre

15,000+

Visitors

200+

Exhibitors

350+

Delegates

50

Speakers

Be part of the global event shaping the future of our cities

LiveableCitiesX brings together global changemakers and urban transformation leaders from every continent, with a spotlight on solutions that resonate across cities worldwide — no matter the region.

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.

Be part of the global event shaping the future of our cities

LiveableCitiesX brings together global changemakers and urban transformation leaders from every continent, with a spotlight on solutions that resonate across cities worldwide — no matter the region.

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.

Hear from those who've made it happen

Exhibiting at this event was amazing – the high-quality interactions and VIP networking convinced us to rebook next year.

Faraz Bamdadinejad
Partner & Director, Pentarm Pools Trading

LiveableCitiesX Summit is an inspiring platform that connected diverse voices and sparked fresh ideas.

H.E Sana Mohamed Suhail
Director General, Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority

Participating in LiveableCitiesX has provided us with valuable insights and opportunities to network, helping us shape Dubai’s urban landscape with innovation and technology.

Dr Mahmoud AlBurai
Senior Director, Dubai Land Department

Meet the minds behind our advisory board

Our advisory board members who are deeply passionate about their field are committed to ensuring that LiveableCitiesX Summit not only meets but exceeds audience expectations, amplifying its impact and value for all participants. They bring forth strategic insights, pioneering ideas and vast expertise to steer the summit towards success.

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Dr Louise Lambert

Head of Happiness Policy
Programming and Research
HappinessMatters

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Elisabeth Belpaire

PresidentISOCARP

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Dr Tarek El Sheikh

Director/DeanUrban Studies Institue

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Moustafa Fahour

Chief Operating OfficerPlenary

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Corey Gray

ChairSmart Cities Council

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Monica Barone

CEOCity of Sydney

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Mahmoud Dandashly

Chief Business OfficerLEAD Development

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Nihal Karagoz

Director - ESGDubai Holding Real Estate

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Vladislav Boutenko

Global Segment Leader Cities & Regions, Senior Partner & Managing Director Boston Consulting Group

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Benjamin Deschietere

Managing Director and PartnerBoston Consulting Group

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Collaborating for urban resilience
The mission of LiveableCitiesX is to drive urban transformation forward. At the LiveableCitiesX Summit global leaders will share their personal journeys, successes and setbacks, providing invaluable insights into the real issues and opportunities shaping our cities.

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Collaborating for urban resilience

The mission of LiveableCitiesX is to drive urban transformation forward. At the LiveableCitiesX Summit global leaders will share their personal journeys, successes and setbacks, providing invaluable insights into the real issues and opportunities shaping our cities.

50+ global changemakers,
7 continents

14 hours of collaborative and creative conversations

6 hours of exclusive networking opportunities

 

50+ global changemakers,
7 continents

 

14 hours of collaborative and creative conversations

 

6 hours of exclusive networking opportunities

Key themes include:

Key themes include:

Urban investment

Resilient cities

Citizen engagement

Future mobility

 

Urban investment

 

Resilient cities

 

Citizen engagement

 

Future mobility

Look back at our speaker line-up for 2024

At LiveableCitiesX Summit and LiveableCitiesX Connex, you’ll leave with actionable strategies, tools, and connections to drive transformation in your city. Learn from real-world case studies and innovations that have already reshaped urban spaces.

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H.E Maysarah Eid

Acting Director General,Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC)

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H.E Dr. Saif Al Nasri

UndersecretaryDepartment of Municipalities and Transport, Abu Dhabi

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H.E.M Robert Beugre Mambe

Prime MinisterRepublic of Côte d'Ivoire

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H.E Charles M. Hinga

Principal Secretary, State Department for Housing and Urban DevelopmentMinistry of Lands, Public Works, Housing, and Urban Development, Government of Kenya

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Prof Carlos Moreno

Scientific Director of the research lab,IAE Paris-Sorbonne, Université Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne

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H.E Sana Mohammed Suhail

Director GeneralAbu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority

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Dr Mahmoud Al Burai

Senior DirectorDubai Land Department

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Eng Mohammed Alwabeley

Assistant Deputy Mayor of Iconic ProjectsRiyadh Region Municipality

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Lotfi Dachraoui

Secretaire General chargé de la commune de TunisMunicipalité de Tunis

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Mohammed Al Baloushi

Director – UAE Real EstateMubadala

Straight from the leaders.
Essential for decision-makers.

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.

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