Shaping the urban age
Shaping the urban age
New visionary policies and strategic insights are necessary to tackle the diversity of city-region challenges and promote sustainability
I was invited by New Polis, a global e-journal operating beyond any single regional perspective, to share my insights on how urban data governance is evolving in Europe — and why this evolution matters worldwide.
A month immersed in Bangkok revealed a city navigating the balance between globalized urban ambitions and grounded social practices. From its meticulously maintained streets to dynamic mobility systems and culturally hybrid retail hubs, Bangkok demonstrates a hybrid strategy of tourism appeal, consumer sophistication, and grassroots resilience — a model that contrasts sharply with other Southeast Asian megacities.
Speaking at the Europe–Japan Roundtable on Digital Innovation and Sustainable Tourism at Expo 2025 Osaka’s Italy Pavilion was both an honour and a milestone. My journey between Europe and Asia continues through initiatives that connect innovation, governance, and sustainability—advancing a shared vision where digital transformation serves both people and the planet.