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Raffaele Fitto

Executive Vice-President | European Commission Brussels, Belgium

Biography

Raffaele Fitto, born on August 28, 1969, in Maglie, Italy, has had a prominent political career in both Italy and Europe. He began his political journey in the 1990s and was elected to the European Parliament in 1999, marking the start of his influence on the European stage. He served as President of the Apulia Region from 2000 to 2005 and was a member of the Italian Parliament from 2006 to 2014, and again from 2022 to 2024. During this time, he

Sessions

12:15h

High-Level Roundtable | SMART CITY EXPO

Inclusive and Equitable Cities: What We Need and What We Lack?

Maimunah Binti Mohd Sharif Kuala Lumpur City Council Mayor Speaker

Sandra Baer Personal Cities President/CEO/Owner Chair

Jeff Merritt World Economic Forum Head of Urban Transformation, Member of Executive Committee Speaker

Raffaele Fitto European Commission Executive Vice-President Speaker

Lisa Kelvey - Speaker

Salem Al-Huraish Saudi Aramco Senior Vice President, Community Services Speaker

#Citizens' Engagement, #Policies, #Social Inclusion, #Urban Global Agendas, #Wellbeing

2025-11-05 12:15 2025-11-05 13:05 Europe/Madrid Inclusive and Equitable Cities: What We Need and What We Lack?

As global tensions and inequalities deepen, the role of cities as spaces for opportunity becomes essential. By embracing forward-thinking policies and a strong focus on wellbeing, governments are advancing towards fostering cities where individuals and communities can truly thrive. Smart cities, guided by inclusive governance and the responsible use of emerging technologies, can guarantee access to essential resources and become powerful engines for prosperity and fulfilling urban life.

Main Stage

Wed 5 12:15h - 13:05h Main Stage Visitor Pass not allowed