Connecting Cities Creating a Better Future

A glimpse into the activities of senior officials

A glimpse into the activities of working-level staff

About G-NETS

In 2022, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government launched the Global City Network for Sustainability (G-NETS)—a collaborative forum uniting the world’s leading cities to solve pressing urban challenges. Profiting from members’ international perspectives, each year the G-NETS network brings together mayors/governors, senior officials, and working-level staff from around the globe to proactively exchange insights and skills, spark collaboration, and drive real change. G-NETS is more than a discussion platform—it’s a catalyst for action. Through dynamic dialogue and innovative approaches, it aims to strengthen intercity connections and pioneer solutions from diverse perspectives that pave the way for a brighter, more sustainable future. Be part of the movement. Together, let’s shape cities that thrive, connect, and lead the world toward lasting progress.

Strategic
Imperatives

G-NETS aims to protect and enhance quality of life for the millions who live, work, and travel through our cities.
It focuses on resolving urban challenges in two primary themes, highlighted in the Communiqué.

Urban Climate and
Disaster Resilience

Well-being in Cities

Three Meeting Bodies

G-NETS (Global City Network for Sustainability) is a global cities network that will serve as a forum for cities to meet and discuss how to solve the common challenges we face from various angles and three levels including mayors/governors, senior officials, and working-level staff.

Leaders