By Angela Atabo
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, arrived in Dubai, UAE, for the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors’ Forum (2025APCS) in Dubai this week.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, on Monday.
Wike was received by the Consul General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Dubai, Amb. Zayyanu Ibrahim as well as officials of the Federal Capital Territory Administration who had arrived earlier.
Wike will on Tuesday, lead a discussion panel in which he would field questions on the FCT, and also interact with Mayors of other capital cities during the summit.
NAN reports that the 2025APCS is expected to deliver long-term value for cities and businesses seeking trade and investment opportunities in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and beyond.
The event, which is an initiative of Brisbane City Council, Australia, is one of the most diverse convenings of mayors, city leaders, business executives and young professionals worldwide.
NAN reports that the 2025APCS theme is Collaborate, Inspire, Transform.
The sub-themes for the summit include “Centres of Connection,” which focuses on the role of transportation networks, and other topics related to fostering sustainable urban development and enhancing quality of life. (NAN)
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