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WEBINAR: Enhancing the Local DRR Action through Making Cities Resilient (MCR2030)

It is no doubt that current efforts of disaster risk reduction must be amplified during the increase of climate-related disasters, and on the frontlines are city and local governments as the closest institution to communities in mitigating disasters and reducing vulnerability. In the face of rapid urban growth, UCLG ASPAC realises the urgency of building …

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The Asia-Pacific Perspective in Building Back Better through Good Local Governance and a Focus on Climate Resiliency

As one of the most disaster-prone regions in the world, Asia-Pacific must build resiliency in an even riskier world. However, at the UCLG World Congress in 2022, the region was all about opportunity and hope since more local and regional governments are becoming equipped to implement sustainable policies and programmes that not only respond to …

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UCLG’s Pact for the Future

At the 7th UCLG Congress in Daejeon, South Korea, local and regional governments and its associations all over the world convened to share experiences in the context of Daejeon’s smart city movement, and to renew a shared commitment towards creating a mindful and restorative relationship between people, planet and government. In this spirit, UCLG has …

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Governing the Emerging Smart Mobility Transition in Smart Cities: Insights from the Urban 20 Mayors Summit Side Event

Throughout history, the centre of economic and cultural activity have polarised into what we know as cities. Cities, as the window to opportunity,  must be preserved and developed to serve a greater number of people, which resulting the rapid urbanisation process. Mobility that becomes a part of society in order to gain economic or social …

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Truly Transforming Cities through Community Participation and Perspectives: Insights from Civil Society at the Urban 20 Mayor Summit Side Event

It is great to build sustainable infrastructure in our cities. However, it is sometimes  important to take a step back and consider urban development as a whole. Wouldn’t it be better to consult with the people who live there when designing a city suitable for the present and the future? At the U20 Mayors Summit …

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Governor of Jakarta and How the City Promotes Good Governance and Collaboration for a Prosperous Future: Insights from Urban 20 Mayors Summit Side Event

In regards to accelerating the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2030, UCLG ASPAC and Smart Change Jakarta jointly organised a U20 Mayors Summit Side Event on Tuesday, 30th September 2022. The insightful event featured some fascinating speakers, who presented and discussed fruitful topics related to the indispensability of digital or e-governance towards accelerating sustainable development goals …

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Incorporating Multiple Lenses into City Planning and Implementation Processes: Insights from Civil Society at the Urban 20 Mayors Summit Side Event  

Despite significant differences in viewpoints, various actors in global society should communicate with respect and appreciation for one another. We need to enable people from various backgrounds to see the world through different lenses while also beginning to see the big picture. How can we provide opportunities for people to develop a stronger sense of …

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2022 UN DESA-KRILA Forum: Promoting Innovative Local Governance for Accelerating the Implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals & Building an Inclusive and Resilient Society in the Post-COVID-19 Era

Local governments play a pivotal role in accelerating the implementation of the far-reaching Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across economic, social, and environmental sectors, especially considering that 65% of total SDGs targets are under the mandate of local government/authorities. This was also emphasised at the 5th Local and Regional Governments Forum on the 2030 Agenda organised …

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Prevailing for Inclusivity through Gender Responsive and Participatory Budgeting

Seberang Perai City Council Prevail for Inclusivity Dato’ Azhar Bin Haji Arshad, Mayor of Seberang Perai City Council, Penang, Malaysia Inclusivity is a powerful term that positively impacts society, in ways of fostering a great place to live in and could bring benefits to all. Therefore, good governance of a local government is a necessity …

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