Global Cities Initiative

Buildings in downtown Houston reflect the light of a setting sun (REUTERS/Mike Blake).

Upcoming Event

Going Global: Greater Houston’s Economic Future

May 15, 2013

On May 15, the Metropolitan Policy Program at Brookings and JPMorgan Chase will host a forum at Rice University, “Going Global: Greater Houston’s Economic Future," as part of the Global Cities Initiative. It will explore metropolitan-led economic growth, job creation, and Houston’s role in the global market. Read More ›

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The Global Cities Initiative is a five-year project that aims to help leaders in U.S. metropolitan areas reorient their economies toward greater engagement in world markets. Brookings and JPMorgan Chase hosted three major U.S. regional conferences earlier this year.

View details of our domestic events below. Join the conversation on Twitter using the hashtag #globalcities. See also our media room for project-related articles.

Past Events
  • Atlanta, March 20, 2013 
  • São Paulo, November 30, 2012 
  • Miami, June 19, 2012 
  • Columbus, May 9, 2012 
  • Los Angeles, March 21, 2012 

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