Harmony in Action at the Circular Cities Summit
A Historic MOU Signing Witnessed by UIA
A defining moment of the Circular Cities Summit was the landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony, witnessed by the International Union of Architects (UIA), where three leading global professional organisations — the International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), the International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP), and the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) — united in a historic collaboration.
This milestone signing symbolised more than a formal agreement. It represented a shared commitment across architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning and engineering disciplines to advance circular design principles and sustainable development practices globally. By aligning expertise across these world professional bodies, the MOU strengthens interdisciplinary cooperation in shaping cities that are resilient, resource-efficient and future-ready.
The ceremony underscored the essence of the Circular Cities Summit — fostering meaningful partnerships that translate sustainability dialogue into collective action. It highlighted the importance of cross-sector leadership in driving systemic transformation within the built environment.
Through this landmark collaboration, the Circular Cities Summit reaffirmed its role as a catalyst for global cooperation — proving that harmony across professions is essential to building a circular and sustainable tomorrow.