TDLC is a program of the World Bank launched in 2004 in partnership with the Government of Japan. TDLC serves as a global knowledge hub that operationalizes Japanese and global urban development knowledge, insights, and technical expertise to maximize the impact of World Bank-financed urban development projects in developing countries.
TDLC operates through four core activities - Technical Deep Dives (TDDs), Operational Support, Publications, and the City Partnership Program (CPP) - which are all integrated to respond to the needs of World Bank projects in developing countries.
Accelerating knowledge and action planning via TDLC’s signature week-long program.
Driving research on key urban development topics and distilling local and global insights.
Delivering customized technical and advisory support as a follow-up to TDDs.
Leveraging leading Japanese cities’ expertise and best practices via collaboration activities.
