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Cities in Asia and the Pacific need to scale up investments in resilient infrastructure amid increasing climate and disaster risks.
Nature-based solutions offer multiple co-benefits and are implementable at community scale.
An integrated approach to sustainable and inclusive development helps an oasis city in the People’s Republic of China overcome environmental challenges.
This nature-based solution can help cities become more livable, reduce the risk of flooding, and transform urban spaces into vibrant centers for the community.
The transformation of Seoul’s banjiha into multifunctional spaces offers innovative solutions for vulnerable communities worldwide.
Strategies include a regulatory planning framework, area-based development, green infrastructure, and community engagement.
Create an enabling environment with strong policies, institutions, and financial systems that support solutions that can adapt to changing needs.
Progressive urban governance and planning reforms are required for cities to deliver the economic and social benefits of urbanization.
Seoul has achieved prosperity, low carbon emissions, and disaster resilience by investing in green spaces and private sector growth.
To ensure water security, Singapore has diversified water supply over the last five decades and actively promoted water conservation.