Manchester’s global connections
Manchester is one of the most diverse and welcoming cities in the UK.
Our city is known across the world for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. We're known for music, culture, and sport and for world class universities and research.
Residents from all over the world make Manchester the vibrant and diverse city it is today. We are proud of our identity that has shaped our past, is enriching our present, and inspiring our future.
There are many Consulates in Manchester supporting our international communities. We are home to one of the oldest Consular Associations in the world. This shows the city’s historic role as a hub for international diplomacy and cooperation.
Our current international partnerships span a wide range of areas. We work closely with local institutions and organisations to:
- foster innovation,
- drive economic growth; and
- celebrate cultural exchange.
Manchester supports the Greater Manchester International Strategy. This strategy guides us on our way to being:
- a leading city-region in the UK and globally; and
- an international influencer in green and digital.
We work with:
- the UK Government,
- the British Council,
- Marketing Manchester
and many more to support international policy and partnerships.
Our partner cities
Manchester has strong ties to people, cities and organisations in Europe, the USA, and Asia.
Working with and learning from others helps Manchester to grow and improve. We have longstanding links with several international cities for:
- civic,
- political,
- cultural,
- economic and educational purposes; and
- to support Manchester’s priorities.
Europe
- Aarhus and Aalborg, Denmark
- Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
- Borlänge, Sweden
- Charleville-Mezieres, France
- Chemnitz, Germany
Asia
Global networks
Manchester is also a member of global networks such as Eurocites and Mayors for Peace.
Find out more about Manchester’s global networks
Key local, regional and national partners and stakeholders
- Aviva Studios, home of Factory International
- British Council
- Core Cities UK
- Department of Business and Trade
- Esea contemporary
- Foreign Commonwealth Development Office
- GM Chamber of Commerce
- GM Japan Steering Group
- Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)
- HOME
- Manchester Cathedral
- Manchester China Forum
- Manchester Consular Association
- Manchester India Partnership
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Manchester Museum
- Marketing Manchester
- MIDAS
- Museum of Science and Industry
- National Football Museum
- Royal Northern College of Music
- The Bridgewater Hall
- University of Manchester
Contact us
For more information, contact the International Team at intpolicypartnership@manchester.gov.uk