London Wins the World’s Top City Prize: What Every City Can Learn

London has just been awarded the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize 2026, recognising its global leadership in city making, innovation and liveability. But what can Australia and other cities learn from London’s success?

In this episode of The Connector Belinda Coates is joined by Opportunity London CEO Jace Tyrrell to unpack the ideas, partnerships and investments shaping one of the world’s most influential cities.

Fresh from global missions across the United States and Singapore, Jace shares insights into London’s international strategy, the significance of receiving the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize, and how global collaboration is driving innovation in housing, investment and urban development.

The conversation also explores Mayor Sadiq Khan’s £100 million commitment to Silvertown, the transformative Camden Film Quarter, what Melbourne can learn from London following a visit by Nicholas Reece, and why the Australia-UK relationship presents enormous opportunities for the built environment.

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