Former New York City Commissioner for International Affairs Edward Mermelstein Joins United World Leaders
New York — Commissioner for International Affairs of New York City from 2022 to 2025, responsible for foreign direct investment and international cooperation.
About Edward Mermelstein
Edward Mermelstein served as Commissioner for International Affairs of the City of New York under Mayor Eric Adams from 2022 to July 2025. He was responsible for foreign direct investment and international cooperation, and led initiatives to strengthen the city’s economic resilience and to support housing construction and job creation.
His experience in international markets led to his being named one of New York City’s ten most influential figures in real estate.
He joined United World Leaders as a Member in October 2025.
About United World Leaders
United World Leaders is an independent, nonpartisan nonprofit institution of former Presidents and Prime Ministers, ministers, ambassadors and leaders of enterprise and civil society, working to advance peace, international cooperation and socioeconomic prosperity. Members may lead Councils on the issues where they can contribute most, as Chairs or Co-Chairs.