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Global City Connect — Connecting Trust, Enabling Cooperation
Global City Connect (GCC) is a practical cooperation platform connecting cities, enterprises, and international partners to implement real projects.
We help cities find solutions and help companies enter real markets.
Global Participation
Supported by former senior United Nations officials
Involving former heads of government and global leaders
Backed by an international advisory network
Choose how you would like to engage with GCC
GCC in Numbers
2,000+ Enterprises Connected
60+ Chinese Cities in Contact
15+ Countries with City Hubs
Multi-region Cooperation Projects
Global Support & Institutional Credibility
GCC works with experienced international public leaders, former senior United Nations officials, and institutional partners to support practical cooperation between cities and enterprises.
• Guidance from former senior United Nations officials
• Engagement of former heads of government and senior diplomats
• Backed by an international advisory network across multiple countries
INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMATIC & UNITED NATIONS EXPERIENCE
GCC benefits from the guidance of former senior United Nations officials, ambassadors, and international diplomatic leaders who have held high-level responsibilities within the multilateral system.
PUBLIC LEADERSHIP & POLICY EXPERIENCE
GCC is advised by former national leaders and public policy figures who have held high-level responsibilities in public service.
INTERNATIONAL ADVISORS & STRATEGIC COUNSEL
GCC is supported by an international advisory network of investors, industry leaders, technology innovators, and cross-border development specialists.
FOUNDING CONTRIBUTOR
Dr. Djibril Diallo
President & CEO — African Renaissance and Diaspora Network (New York),
Former Spokesperson to the President — United Nations General Assembly
Dr. Diallo has been an early supporter of GCC and contributed to its international orientation during its formative stage. Drawing on decades of experience in multilateral diplomacy and global public engagement, he has provided guidance on positioning GCC within broader international cooperation frameworks and people-to-people collaboration initiatives.
Advisory participants serve in their individual capacities. Affiliations are listed for identification purposes only. Global City Connect is an independent initiative.
Our Mission
GCC enables cities and enterprises to move from dialogue to real project implementation.
Active Cooperation / Current Activities
GCC is currently facilitating practical cooperation projects between cities, enterprises, and international partners.
Smart Energy & Global Trade Cooperation
Qingdao Topscomm Communication Group Co., Ltd. is committed to promoting international trade and smart energy cooperation through mature products compatible with overseas standards and internationally accepted business models. Supported by its CNAS-accredited laboratory, the company provides globally recognized quality testing and certification services for export products.
The company is currently seeking reliable local partners, government connections, distributors, and project opportunities in South Africa, Egypt, Senegal, and other key African markets to support pilot trade projects and long-term market expansion in smart power, communications, and energy-related sectors.
Smart Agriculture & Food Security Solutions
Jiangsu Famsun Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. is a leading Chinese enterprise in smart agriculture and animal husbandry equipment. Headquartered in Yangzhou, China, the company operates major manufacturing bases in Yangzhou, Changzhou, and Thailand, with research institutes in the United States and Germany, and 33 global representative offices. Its products are sold in more than 100 countries and regions, ranking first in Asia and second globally in its sector.
Famsun is highly focused on food and agricultural security under today’s complex global environment and is seeking stronger access to high-level government and business resources across Africa. The company hopes to work through GCC to connect with senior decision-makers and strategic partners in agriculture, livestock, fisheries, food processing, and rural development sectors across the continent.
Rail Transit & High-Speed Railway Solutions
Beijing Puran Rail Transit Technology Co., Ltd. is a specialized rail transit technology company with operations already covering Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Senegal, Mozambique, and Tanzania. Its African export business is expected to exceed RMB 60 million in 2026.
The company is launching its first integrated rail transit localization project in Egypt in 2026, including localized production and on-site technical guidance. Its products include high-speed railway braking systems, brake pads, dampers, and precision rail equipment certified under European Union standards, supporting trains operating above 300 km/h.
Puran is currently seeking support in government relations, railway authority connections, official tender channels, local compliance and cultural guidance, as well as reliable local partners and agents to support its Egypt project and long-term expansion across Africa.
Renewable Energy Cooperation in Africa
With the coordination of local partner institutions, DAS Solar is discussing renewable energy cooperation projects with several countries, supported by GCC’s facilitation and coordination.
International Healthcare & Medical Service Cooperation
Jijia (Beijing) International Medical Technology Co., Ltd. has begun expanding into key African markets including Egypt, Kenya, and Nigeria, focusing on cross-border medical referrals, high-end health management, reproductive healthcare services, medical facility cooperation, and public health support. Leveraging international medical resources, the company aims to further develop localized healthcare service networks across Africa.
Jijia is currently seeking stronger connections with African health ministries, medical institutions, and healthcare associations, while also requiring support in local medical compliance, licensing regulations, market access policies, and localized operational management. The company hopes to establish reliable long-term cooperation channels and better understand local business and healthcare cooperation models in Africa to support sustainable project implementation.
International Curtain Wall & Landmark Construction Solutions
Beijing Huatian Curtain Wall Engineering Co., Ltd. is a leading international curtain wall engineering company established in 2004 with registered capital of RMB 90 million. Since entering overseas markets in 2009 through Tanzania, the company has expanded cooperation across 12 African countries, with projects covering nearly 40 countries across five continents.
The company has deeply entered the Egyptian market and participated in landmark projects including the iconic tower of Egypt’s New Administrative Capital CBD project. It possesses strong capabilities in high-end curtain wall construction, localized installation, and after-sales maintenance services across Africa.
Huatian is currently seeking stronger support in African government and project connections, official bidding channels, local subcontractor and agent resources, as well as guidance on local regulations, labor management, construction compliance, and building material standards. The company also hopes to strengthen risk management capabilities related to exchange rates, political security, overseas labor, and complex African standards systems while expanding into markets such as Algeria and Tunisia.
Promoting Chinese Brands Globally
In cooperation with the China Brand Innovation Development Program and the African Renaissance and Diaspora Network (ARDN), GCC supports Chinese companies seeking to present and develop their brands internationally. Through activities in multiple countries and engagement with the international diplomatic and multilateral community, participating enterprises gain opportunities to introduce their products, share best practices, and expand global recognition.
Upcoming Projects
GCC is preparing several international cooperation initiatives scheduled for this year.
China–Pakistan Entrepreneurs Summit
The Summit will bring together enterprises, institutions, and partners from China and Pakistan to explore practical business cooperation, investment opportunities, and pilot project collaboration across multiple sectors.
World Mayors Conference
The Conference will convene city leaders from different countries to discuss urban development cooperation and to promote city-to-city partnerships and project-oriented collaboration.
Where GCC Works
GCC is headquartered in Beijing and Hong Kong and has built a steadily expanding international network spanning Pakistan, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Australia, Brazil, Japan, France, and the United States, as well as multiple African partners including South Africa, Tanzania, and Senegal.
At the city level in China, GCC works closely with hubs such as Beijing, Shanghai, Xiamen, Nanning, Urumqi, Ordos, Hangzhou, Haikou, Qingdao, and Hong Kong.
This network enables GCC to connect cities directly with countries, and enterprises with global markets, through structured, credible, and results-oriented cooperation channels.
East & Southeast Asia
City discussions, enterprise participation, and market cooperation initiatives across major regional hubs.
South Asia
Business delegations, institutional partnerships, and ongoing project implementation activities.
Middle East
Investment dialogue, infrastructure cooperation discussions, and partner coordination.
Africa
Renewable energy cooperation and development-oriented institutional coordination programs.
Europe
Professional exchange, advisory collaboration, and city-to-city cooperation exploration.
Americas & Oceania
Engagement with partners in North and South America and Australia, supporting international collaboration and market access initiatives.