Lord Mayor leads Birmingham trade mission to Islamabad
Councillor Zafar Iqbal travelled to Pakistan’s capital to make the case for Birmingham as a partner of choice — at a forum where Commonwealth trade, diaspora business networks, and city diplomacy all came together. From 9th to 12th May 2026, Birmingham’s Lord Mayor Councillor Zafar Iqbal visited Islamabad at the invitation of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce. The occasion was […]
West Midlands delegation engaging in the iCapital network meeting in Aalborg
In 2024 West Midlands was finalist of the European Capital of Innovation Awards and became a proud member of the iCapital Alumni Network. The iCapital award recognises cities and metropolitan areas for their human-centred innovation activities and their strong innovation ecosystems. Being part of this network is more than simply a recognition of achievements: it […]