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ADB Urban Day 2008
"Environment and Livable Cities"

8 September 2008, ADB Headquarters, Manila, Philippines

Urban Development
Updated: 18 August 2008

With urban population expanding rapidly over the last 50 years, many Asian cities face deteriorating urban infrastructure and services on water supply, sanitation, waste management, and transport; and worsening environmental conditions. ADB recognizes that urban issues require integrated approaches that specifically target the poor, promote economic development, treat cities as a living ecosystem, foster the involvement of private sector and civil society, and adopt measures to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts of urbanization.

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Managing Asian Cities

presents framework for improving institutions involved in city management.

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Cities Data Book: Urban Indicators for Managing Cities

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