Raf Tuts on Strengthening Urban–Rural Linkages | IDURL 4, Songyang China

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Raf Tuts, Director of Global Solutions at UN-Habitat, recorded in Songyang, China right after the International Dialogue on Urban–Rural Linkages (IDURL 4) 2025. In this interview, Raf Tuts breaks down practical and transformative insights on the future of cities, sustainability, and strengthening urban–rural linkages worldwide. Highlights from the Interview: ✔️How cities can learn from each other to strengthen Urban–Rural Linkages and embrace smarter, more integrated development. ✔️UN-Habitat’s focus on SDG 11 and its Strategic Plan 2026–2029, aimed at addressing the global housing crisis. ✔️How China’s efforts in preserving village heritage have scaled adequate housing and advanced sustainable development. ✔️The future of IDURL: building formal relations with counties, onboarding more partners, and expanding global collaboration. Whether you’re a policy-maker, development professional, student, or simply passionate about sustainable urbanization, this interview offers valuable insights and forward-looking perspectives.