Leadership Address — Christian Mettke (GIZ)

Christian Mettke – Project Director, GIZ Albania

At FABER Forum 2025, Christian Mettke shared key insights from GIZ’s work in Albania, focusing on how strong local governance and strategic partnerships are essential for building more sustainable and resilient cities.

In his leadership address, Mettke emphasized the importance of capacity-building, regional cooperation, and long-term institutional support as foundations for urban transformation. He highlighted how technical cooperation and green transition initiatives can strengthen public services, improve mobility, and enhance the quality of urban life.

Drawing on GIZ’s experience across Albania and the wider region, his remarks underscored the role of international collaboration and local ownership in delivering smarter, more inclusive, and future-ready urban systems.