Origin: https://city.cri.cn/20251211/4b1ee3c5-7525-8d1e-6f00-19e5e79f8e23-i.html
About the Interviewee
Mehri Madarshahi; Advisory Committee Member of the International Centre for Creativity and Sustainable Development under the auspices of UNESCO; and Honorary Professor of The Institute of Public Policy (IPP), South China University of Technology (SCUT).
The establishment of the United Nations catalyzed a profound international transformation in New York City—from elevating its global visibility to stimulating its economic vitality—an impact that continues today. According to Professor Mehri Madarshahi, Shanghai likewise holds remarkable potential as a global city, yet deeper integration is still needed between its rapid modernization and its preserved traditions. Encouraging broad public participation and fostering more balanced urban development will be key to guiding Shanghai toward a higher level of sustainable growth.