Cities in a Globalizing World: Global Report on Human Settlements 2001Earthscan, 2001 - 344 síður * The most authoritative and up to date assessment of the development of the world's cities and other human settlements* A detailed assessment of the impacts and implications of globalization for cities* Statistical Annexes provide essential information on demographic, spatial & economic, housing, and environment & infrastructural indicatorsThe Global Report 2001 is the successor to the Global Report 1996. It is the only reliable and comprehensive assessment of the world's cities and an essential tool and reference for academics, researchers, planners and public authorities and civil society organizations around the world.The 2001 Report highlights the impacts of globalization in removing barriers and increasing the influence of market forces on policies and city development, the increased isolation and marginalization of many, especially poor and vulnerable social groups. It documents current housing and urban conditions, including access to health care and education, and examines policies and initiatives for improved quality of life across all sectors of urban society. |
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THE DEVELOPMENT CONTEXT | 2 |
EMERGING APPROACHES TO URBAN GOVERNANCE AND POLITICS | 55 |
CHANGES IN HOUSING FINANCE AND SHELTER DELIVERY SYSTEMS | 77 |
DEVELOPMENTS IN THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE | 103 |
ENSURING DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS | 159 |
BUILDING A COMMON FUTURE | 191 |
Liveability of Cities in a Globalizing World | 232 |
References | 236 |
Background Papers | 252 |
STATISTICAL ANNEX | 254 |
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Cities in a Globalizing World: Global Report on Human Settlements 2001 United Nations Centre for Human Settlements Engin sýnishorn í boði - 2001 |
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