Guangzhou expands intl influence in Montreal

Guangzhou moved a step further during the conference, lodging a bid for hosting the 13th Metropolis World Congress in 2020.

"Cities are gaining a greater voice in global governance," said Liu Baochun, secretary of Metropolis Asia-Pacific Regional Office and director of Guangzhou Foreign Affairs office of the Guangzhou Municipal Government.

Guangzhou government is also set to launch a foundation for international cooperation and exchange, according to Liu.

The Metropolis World Congress is a platform for decision-makers from major cities around the world to discuss metropolis management and challenges posed to urban development.

Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong province, holds a special exhibition during the 12th Metropolis World Congress in Montreal, Canada, from June 19 to 22. [Photo/dayoo.com]