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Project interventions evolved to create a virtuous cycle in water services, using performance-based contracts, participatory planning, behavioral change campaigns, and institutional reforms.
Progressive urban governance and planning reforms are required for cities to deliver the economic and social benefits of urbanization.
The Republic of Korea tackles the challenge of revitalizing old neighborhoods while preventing the side effects associated with gentrification.
Singapore revives the Bras Basah and Bugis neighborhoods through a 20-year master plan that prioritizes pedestrians and promotes a vibrant street life.
Performance-based funding improved urban governance and quality of infrastructure and services, and promoted women’s empowerment.
It is time to revisit urban strategies and revise the urbanization process and practices to build back better post-pandemic cities.
Nuku'alofa, the capital of Tonga, is transforming into a resilient, disaster-ready urban center designed to withstand the impacts of climate change.
The Republic of Korea’s capital city faced and resolved a series of obstacles to constructing a modern public building on a historic site.
Enhancing housing affordability and sustainability requires capacity development, affordability-based demand assessment, financing, and design improvements.
An integrated approach to sustainable and inclusive development helps an oasis city in the People’s Republic of China overcome environmental challenges.