Last 3 February 2026, at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, the President of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO), Dr. Seng-Chuan Tan, participated in the UNESCO Information Session on Engineering and Innovation.The session brought together Permanent Delegations, international organizations, and partners to exchange on priorities related to engineering and innovation, including education, research, capacity building in Africa, and their contribution to sustainable development.Amal Kasry, UNESCO Chief of Section for Basic Science, Research, Innovation and Engineering; Dr. Seng-Chuan Tan, WFEO President; Lidia Brito, UNESCO Assistant Director General for Natural Sciences and HU Shaofeng, UNESCO Director of the Division of Science Policy and Capacity Building in the Natural Sciences SectorThe meeting featured interventions by Lidia Brito, Assistant Director-General for Natural Sciences, and Shaofeng Hu, UNESCO Director of the Division of Science Policy and Capacity Building, who outlined UNESCO’s approach to engineering and innovation within its mandate in the natural sciences.The Information Session provided an opportunity for dialogue with Permanent Delegations on strengthening the integration of engineering and innovation into national and international development strategies.
A coalition of young engineering professionals and built environment organisations has released a new policy statement urging governments, financial institutions, and development partners to radically transform infrastructure systems to meet the demands of a climate-resilient, equitable, and sustainable future. The statement titledJoint Call for COP30: Holistic Action for Sustainable Infrastructurewas launched at the official United Nations COP30 Side Event“Financing a Resilient Built Environment: Solutions for Infrastructure, Housing & Informal Settlements”that was held on 14 November 2025.The built environment is critical to climate resilience, social equity, and environmental sustainability. Yet, despite growing awareness of climate risks and the urgent need for resilient infrastructure, current systems remain fragmented, underfunded, and vulnerable to climate risks, leaving many communities without essential services such as clean water, sanitation, energy, and transportation.This policy statement outlines priority action areas and recommendations derived from youth-led consultations and global climate expertise. It urges alignment of infrastructure development with sustainable and cost-effective pathways that support economic growth, accelerate implementation of nationally determined contributions (NDCs) under the UNFCCC, and build the skills and competencies needed for a just transition.The policy statement is co-signed by World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO), Commonwealth Engineers’ Council (CEC), Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), International Coalition for Sustainable Infrastructure (ICSI), and the Engineering Leadership Group (ELG) – some of the leading organisations across the buildings and infrastructure sector – and is freely accessible to the public. The full statement can beaccessed here.The policy statement will form the basis of the work of the WFEO Young Engineers / Future Leaders Working Group on Climate Action over the coming year, with the aim to advocate for implementation with partners across the sector. We welcome all expressions of interest to partner with us in transforming the future of infrastructure.This is more than a call to reform infrastructure, it is a call to reimagine it. By centering equity, resilience and systems thinking, we can build systems that not only withstand climate shocks but uplift communities. The future is being engineered now, and it must be built to last.
The World Federation of Engineering Organizations 2025 General Assembly (WFEO 2025 GA) will be held in Shanghai from October 12 to 17, 2025. The event was co-sponsored by the World Federation of Engineering Organizations, the China Association for Science and Technology, the Chinese Academy of Engineering and the Shanghai Municipal People's Government.With the theme "Engineering for a Green Future", the conference will focus on the critical role of engineering technology in combating climate change, driving green economic growth, building a global sustainable and people-centered development framework, and enhancing human well-being, aiming to contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.We sincerely invite outstanding experts and scholars in the field of engineering to join hands with us to build a community with a shared future for mankind and a better future for mankind.
Paris, January 13, 2026 — The World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) has selected the bid submitted by theEgyptian Syndicate of Engineers (ESE)to host the 2026 WFEO Executive Council (ExC) Meetings (Fall meetings) in Cairo.The decision was made following the WFEO Executive Board meeting held on January 12, 2026. The selection reflects confidence in ESE’s institutional capacity and commitment to advancing engineering leadership in support of sustainable development.The 2026 Executive Council Meetings will bring together WFEO leadership and representatives to address the Federation’s strategic priorities, exchange engineering expertise, and advance its mission as the global voice of engineering.Hosting the meeting in Cairo underscores WFEO’s continued engagement with its members and recognizes Egypt’s long-standing contribution to the engineering profession.Further information regarding the dates, venue, and meeting program will be communicated in due course.
Er. Dr. Seng-Chuan Tan, President of the World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO), visited Chongqing on 14 and 15 November 2025, participating in a series of high-level exchange events. This visit highlighted Chongqing’s increasingly important role as an international hub for engineering talent and innovation.On November 14, Er. Dr. Tan delivered a speech at the closing ceremony of 2025 Global Excellent Engineers Competition. In his address, he praised Chongqing’s steadfast commitment in promoting the development of the engineering industry and recognizing the outstanding contestants who have demonstrated excellence and perseverance throughout the competition.Er. Dr. Tan delivering his speech at the closing ceremony“Chongqing is not only a city of stunning landscape, but a living museum of engineering marvels,” said Er. Dr. Tan.He also emphasized that the competition, which has attracted nearly 5,000 project teams from 47 countries and regions, aligns closely with WFEO’s mission to “unite global engineering power for shared human development.” Er. Dr. Tan presented awards to the winning teams and encouraged young engineers to continue pushing the boundaries of technology and sustainability.Er. Dr. Tan at the Unitree Robotics demonstration at the 2025 Chongqing International Talent Exchange Conference.The two-days visit strengthened WFEO’s support for people-oriented engineering innovation and cross-border collaboration, paving the way for future joint projects and knowledge exchange between the international engineering organizations and Chongqing.
