Fabien Clavier

Fabien Clavier is an urban planner with a decade of experience, including a significant tenure in Singapore. His expertise lies in evidence-based spatial planning, smart cities, urban governance, and policy innovation. He is known for his work in understanding and enhancing the competitiveness, sustainability, and livability of global cities. Clavier is a Consultant at the World Bank Group in Singapore, focusing on Southeast Asian cities' digital responses to COVID-19. Previously, he led a team at the Future Cities Laboratory in Singapore, exploring big data applications in urban planning. He also contributed to the Greater Paris project, a major urban development initiative in Europe. Clavier's educational background includes a Master's in Urban Planning from Ecole des Ponts ParisTech and a Master's in Political Science from Sciences Po Lille, among other studies in prestigious institutions. He has lived in France, Canada, and Spain, gaining a diverse perspective on urban issues. Clavier engages with the urban planning community through his newsletter at citiesinmind.substack.com and a podcast series on urban innovation in Asia.