International Smart Cities Guidance Program
Empowering nations and cities to build sustainable, data-driven futures through Türkiye’s proven smart city framework.
Vision & Leadership
Led by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change of Türkiye, this program is a bridge connecting Türkiye’s extensive smart city maturity with partner nations.
We move beyond theory. Our focus is on actionable technical guidance, institutional capacity building, and creating a global network of cities aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Program Pillars
A structured approach to transforming urban environments.
Strategy & Action Planning
Co-creation of comprehensive smart city roadmaps, ensuring every digital investment serves a strategic urban purpose.
Capacity Building
Training the next generation of city leaders with institutional workshops, technical guides, and knowledge transfer.
Global Cooperation
Establishing bilateral and multilateral frameworks to share data, technology, and governance models across borders.
The International Smart City Index
Türkiye has been pioneering smart city maturity assessments since 2020. Now, we are expanding this horizon.
Participating cities gain access to benchmarking tools and the opportunity to be featured in the Global Smart City Index, driving investment and recognition.
Roadmap to Participation
A transparent, four-step protocol for official engagement.
Official Contact
Initiate the process through designated diplomatic or institutional communication channels.
Focal Point
The partner institution designates an official focal point to lead coordination.
Management Sync
The focal point connects directly with the Program Management Team.
Execution
Mutual agreement is signed, and the strategic action plan begins.
Get in Touch
Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change
Smart Cities Department