The Executive Board assumes oversight of the operational functions of UN-Habitat, the only program mandated for urban development within the UN system. The BMZ is responsible for participation in the Executive Board and represents the German position on UN-Habitat and sustainable urban development.

The Global Solutions Summit is the world’s premier forum for transforming research-based insights into policy recommendations for the G7/G20. Its goal is better global governance for the common good. This high-level meeting brings together senior government officials with top-level academic researchers, NGO leaders, and international CEOs.