International relations
International activities pursued by the City of Gothenburg are focused primarily on promoting the city’s interests abroad, as well as creating opportunities for an exchange of experience and knowledge with other cities and organizations worldwide.
The City of Gothenburg has several partner cities
- Chicago
- Kiel
- Krakow
- Lyon
- Newcastle
- Rostock
- Shanghai
- Tallinn
- Xi’an
Most of these partnerships have a historical background. Possible collaborations take place within the assignments of various companies and administrations within the city.
The City of Gothenburg and Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality have a partnership which makes it possible to develop projects together. The project work is supported by Swedish International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD).
The City of Gothenburg is a member of about seventy international organizations, Eurocities, ECCAR, ICLEI and POLIS to mention a few.
At important ceremonies and visits, the City of Gothenburg is represented by the city's leading politicians. Visitors are welcomed in our cultural and historical heritage environments.
Contact the City Executive Office
If you have any questions about the City of Gothenburg's international relations, please contact the City Executive Office.
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Göteborgs Stad
404 82 Göteborg