I am honored to share my website for the Presidency of UCLG.
Discover my vision and priorities for a stronger, more inclusive, and more influential UCLG:
The World Assembly of Local and Regional Government kicks off our activities in #Baku#WUF. Our leadership is committed to sustainable cities for all. @GlobalTaskforce@UCLG
🌐#WUF13
🗣️@uiAltay_int, Mayor of @KonyaInt
💬This Assembly is intertwined w/ the 100 Days of Local Multilateralism: a collective political moment to bring to life a vision for a renewed multilateral system at a time of unprecedented challenges for global governance to deliver.
📍#WUF13
🌐 World Assembly of #LRGs
👏At the Opening Segment, @AnacludiaRossb1, Exec. Dir. @UNHABITAT recognizes the 🔑 role played by the organized constituency gathered within the GTF in advancing the role of #LRGs in global agendas, multilevel governance & adequate housing.
📍#WUF13
🌐World Assembly of #LRGs
At @WUF13Azerbaijan our organized constituency reflects on how local leadership is shaping a renewed multilateralism. Viewpoints from local and regional leaders, partners & stakeholders show that LRGs at the frontline of challenges lead the way.
📍Local and regional leaders came together today at the World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments at #WUF13 to help shape the future of urban governance, housing and sustainable development.
Mayor of The Hague, Mayor Of Konya, Mayor of Mexico, Mayor of Banjul, Mayor pf Baku, President of Nouakchott among others with @uclg Assistant SG @pablomarmisol .. quite a line up. Looking forward to joint tomorrow .
@WUF13Azerbaijan
📢World Assembly of Local and Regional Governments WALRG
Speakers from MEWA Region
🗣️Uğur İbrahim Altay, Mayor of Konya, UCLG Executive President
🗣️Ahmet Metin Genç, Mayor of Trabzon, UCLG-MEWA Co-President
🗣️Şenol Kul, Mayor of Terme
🗣️Dr. Mehmet Duman, UCLG-MEWA Secretary General
🗣️Abdallah Anati, Executive Director, Association of Palestinian Local Authorities
🗣️Mohammad Ali Shafiee: Deputy for International Affairs Municipality of Tehran
🔵The speakers highlighted the central role of multilateral collaboration in addressing housing challenges. They stressed that housing should not be seen only as shelter, but as a matter of dignity, belonging, and identity.
🟢Their interventions underscored the importance of local governments as first responders and providers of essential services to communities.
🔴Strengthening municipalities with the necessary tools, resources, and opportunities for cooperation was presented as key to enabling them to work more effectively and to build resilience through shared knowledge and partnerships across the world.
🟠This collective perspective from MEWA leaders reinforced the idea that empowering local governments is fundamental to ensuring inclusive housing solutions and advancing global collaboration.
#WorldUrbanForum
Mr. Uğur İbrahim Altay, Mayor of Konya City, gave his congratulatory remarks, hoping that today goes beyond regional consultation; reflecting shared will among cities and local governments to shape joint solutions to global challenges. #4BetterLocal
Konya hosted the 5th International Half Marathon, welcoming around 7,500 participants from over 56 countries. It wasn’t just a race—it was a shared moment of energy, connection, and healthy living, reflecting the spirit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 3 🏃
Konya sets a strong example in clean energy 👇
Cities can lead the shift to a sustainable future—expanding renewables, cutting emissions, and boosting energy independence.
Local action is key to achieving the SDGs. 🌱⚡
Konya’mız için çok önemli bir yenilenebilir enerji yatırımını daha hayata geçiriyoruz.
Büyükşehir Belediyemiz ve KOSKİ Genel Müdürlüğümüz bünyesinde 70 MW’lık yeni GES yatırımımızla, mevcut 35 MW’lık gücümüzü 105 MW’a çıkarıyoruz. Böylece belediyeler arasında bu alanda Türkiye’de ilk sıraya yükseliyoruz.
160 bin panelle yılda 140 milyon kWh elektrik üretecek bu yatırım, 58 binden fazla hanenin ve KOSKİ’nin enerji ihtiyacını karşılayacak; yaklaşık 100 bin ton karbon salımını da engelleyecek.
Şehrimize hayırlı olsun.
Celebramos nuestra <Reunión Ordinaria de Buró Ejecutivo 2026> y Reunión de Presidencia Colegiada de FLACMA en la Ciudad de Miami🇺🇸
🗣️ Debatimos nuestra agenda política, proyectos, eventos y renovación de dirigencia
Participan 83 líderes de 21 países, aliados y nuevos asociados
Nuestro Presidente @czamoramatute🇪🇨 da mensaje inaugural en apertura de Buró Ejecutivo Ordinario 2026 celebrado en Miami, FL🇺🇸
Se reúnen 210 Alcaldes y Líderes de 24 países convocados por #FLACMA; debaten sobre el futuro de nuestras ciudades y de nuestro movimiento municipalista
Happy National Sovereignty and Children’s Day! 🇹🇷
LRG’s are the stewards of the next generation's dreams. We are working tirelessly to ensure our youth inherit sustainable, vibrant, and innovative communities. 🌍
23 Nisan’ın heyecanını çocuklarımızla ve gençlerimizle birlikte yaşıyoruz.
Çocuk Meclisimizin pırıl pırıl evlatlarıyla bir araya geldik, Atmosfer Bosna Gençlik Merkezimizde de Gençlik Meclisimizde yer alan genç kardeşlerimizle buluştuk.
Çocuklarımızın da gençlerimizin de bu şehrin yarınlarında söz sahibi olmasını çok önemsiyoruz.
Tüm evlatlarımızın 23 Nisan Ulusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı’nı yürekten kutluyorum. 🇹🇷
It is extremely important to strengthen the role of local governments in global decision-making processes, to establish a firmer balance between regions, and to make the voices of the regions working under the UCLG umbrella more visible. 🌍🤝
📍UCLG-MEWA ExBu, Niğde
🔵⚪️UCLG-MEWA Executive Bureau 2026, Niğde | Opening Remarks
The UCLG-MEWA Executive Bureau 2026 continued with remarks by Uğur İbrahim Altay, Mayor of Konya and UCLG Executive President.
In his speech, he highlighted the ongoing conflicts in the MEWA region, underlining the importance of strengthening the role of local and regional governments in decision-making processes and enhancing their participation in addressing shared regional challenges, as well as reinforcing their representation in international platforms.
المكتب التنفيذي لمنظمة UCLG-MEWA لعام 2026، نيدة | الكلمات الافتتاحية
يستمر المكتب التنفيذي لمنظمة UCLG-MEWA لعام 2026 بكلمة ألقاها أوغور إبراهيم ألتاي، رئيس بلدية قونية الكبرى والرئيس التنفيذي لمنظمة UCLG.
وفي كلمته ركز على أبرز النزاعات الجارية في منطقة MEWA، كما سلط الضوء على أهمية تعزيز دور الإدارات المحلية والإقليمية في عمليات اتخاذ القرارات، ودعم مشاركتها في معالجة التحديات الإقليمية المشتركة، فضلاً عن تعزيز تمثيلها في المنصات الدولية.
🔵⚪️UCLG-MEWA Yönetim Kurulu 2026, Niğde |Açılış Konuşmaları
UCLG-MEWA Yönetim Kurulu 2026, Konya Belediye Başkanı ve UCLG 2023-2024 Dönem Başkanı Uğur İbrahim Altay'ın konuşmasıyla devam etti.
Altay, konuşmasında, MEWA bölgesinde devam eden çatışmalara dikkat çekerek, yerel ve bölgesel yönetimlerin karar alma süreçlerindeki rollerinin güçlendirilmesinin, ortak bölgesel sorunların çözümünde katılımlarının artırılmasının ve uluslararası platformlardaki temsillerinin pekiştirilmesinin önemini vurguladı.
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 continues! 🌍 #TBT to the 2024 ADF panel "Local Perspectives for Global Issues," held in partnership with
@uclg_org
. 📷 Global leaders gathered to discuss why local democracy is vital for solving global challenges.
@AntalyaDF
Local action is the key to global impact! 🌍 Together, we can build more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient cities for everyone. Let’s empower local voices on the global stage! @uclg_org#Tangier2026@UCLG_Saiz
LRGs are central to global solutions. With Türkiye set to host #COP31, I invite all local leaders to contribute to our Local Government Advisory Board. Together, let’s unite for a sustainable future. This Board is a model for the future of urban governance! @turkiyecop31