How can we better invest in people?

Are Cities Up to It?

January 21, 2026
09:15–09:45 (Europe/Amsterdam time zone)

About this session

With 2.5 billion more people expected to live in urban areas by 2050, the infrastructure, energy and design choices made now will determine how people live and move for decades to come. How can cities move faster to meet citizen needs while also implementing the bold solutions needed to build better environments for all?

Speakers

DS
D.K. Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka
Government of Karnataka
DP
Diallo Powell
Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder
Stak Mobility

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