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EU and International Affairs

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Three out of four people in the European Union live in cities. Not only are they particularly affected by global developments such as climate change, population growth or pandemics, they are also part of the solution. The European and international exchange of ideas to find common solutions to global challenges is becoming ever more important for cities. The Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing is part of this dialogue and is constantly expanding its European and international engagement.

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EU policies

EU policies shape many facets of the Senate Department’s work. In addition to binding EU law such as directives and regulations, European strategies, guidelines and funding programmes influence the Senate Department’s activities. More information

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EU funding

The Senate Department uses EU funding in order to work with European partners on finding solutions for pressing urban challenges. Improving conditions for Berlin residents living in more disadvantaged parts of the city is the focus. More information

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European skills

In order to be able to work effectively in a European and international context, the Senate Department is specifically strengthening the international and European skills of its employees. More information

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Trade fairs

The Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing regularly presents its work at international trade fairs and uses this as an opportunity to network with international experts. More information

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Networks

The Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing is actively involved in cross-border networks and working groups in order to find common approaches to the most pressing urban challenges with other experts. More information

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International expert exchange

Answers to many of the challenges facing cities can be found more easily by working with others. The Senate Department seeks international exchange of experts through various channels and formats. More information

Registration form for international delegations at the Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing, Berlin

General Notes - please read

We would be pleased to welcome you to our premises for a professional exchange. We offer delegation visits for city/state administrations, public institutions and diplomatic representations. To plan your visit, please register using the form.

Please note the following guidelines for improved cooperation:

• Contacts with the Berlin Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing should be made directly by the institution sending the delegation, and preferably via the relevant responsible diplomatic representation. Unfortunately, we cannot usually consider enquiries from travel agencies and private intermediaries.

• Please submit your request at least four (4) weeks before your planned visit. We can only arrange the most advantageous discussions for you if we are given sufficient advance notice.

• All organisational aspects of the visit schedule, such as transfers, accommodation and interpreters, must be arranged on your own responsibility; in individual cases we can provide assistance. Likewise, you are also responsible for all costs incurred in this respect.

• We provide professional discussions in German and usually also in English. If the delegation does not speak either German or English, it must provide its own interpreter.

• Unfortunately we cannot issue invitation letters. However, an appointment confirmation can be provided if required.

• Please fill out this registration form in full so that your request can be adapted to your specific requirements. Submission of the completed form to the Berlin Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing (internationales@senstadt.berlin.de) is not a guarantee of being given an appointment. We can only make appointments after consultation with our experts and in consideration of their availability in terms of personnel and deadlines, and subsequent consultation with you. You will receive a written confirmation of your appointment.

Registration form for international delegations at the Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing, Berlin
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Contact

Senate Department for Urban Development, Building and Housing

Head of Department

Dr. Marion Mienert

Tel.: +49 30 90173 4160
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