Odessa Mayor's Visit to UNESCO and Partnership with Austria
On October 16, 2024, Odessa Mayor Gennady Trukhanov made a working visit to the UNESCO office in Paris.
During the meeting, the parties discussed issues related to the management of the World Heritage site "Historic Center of Odessa". Collaborative efforts between Odessa and UNESCO will aid in preserving the city's historical values and enhancing its cultural significance on the global stage.
On October 18, as part of his working visit, the mayor of Odessa met with Austrian partners in Vienna. Odessa and Vienna have maintained fruitful partnerships for many years, focusing on cultural and heritage preservation.
Gennady Trukhanov noted that Vienna's experience in balancing heritage preservation with urban development is extremely beneficial for Odessa, which is currently developing management practices for the World Heritage site amid wartime conditions.
The mayor also expressed gratitude to Austria for hosting the anniversary festival «Golden Violins of Odessa» in Vienna. The festival continues to strengthen cultural ties between Odessa and Vienna, introducing new musical talents to the world and showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Ukrainian city.
On October 21, the European Cities Mayors' Summit commenced in Strasbourg — a high-level political meeting between mayors of European cities and newly elected members of the European Parliament.
Odessa Mayor Gennady Trukhanov also participated in the event, discussing issues regarding the future of the European Union, including the role of cities in its development, democracy, decentralization, environmental challenges, and social issues.
Today, October 22, a meeting of mayors with parliamentarians is scheduled at the residence of the European Parliament.
At the conclusion of the meeting, a political declaration will be signed, outlining the mayors' vision for the future of Europe and their role in strengthening cooperation with the European Parliament.
