Events

20 – 22 March 2019 | JAKARTA, Indonesia – South East Asia region has seen tremendous population increase. This, in the last two decades, has raised the number of private vehicle ownership, which has eventually contributed to air pollution, traffic congestion and road accidents which are the major concerns for sustainable urban development. Read More..

13 – 15 March 2019 | BRUSSLES, BelgiumThe realisation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) has long become the priority of European Union (EU). Through Policy Forum on Development (PFD) meeting, a platform for civil society, local authorities, private sectors, and European Institutions, conducted from 13 to 15 March 2019 in Brussels (Belgium)… Read More..

27 February 2019 | BEIJING, China – One of the common challenges in urban governance both developed and developing countries are facing with is the problem of urban slums. With the global agenda putting emphasis on urban development, governments worldwide have expressed concerns on urban construction. Read More..

8 February 2019 I Jakarta, Indonesia – Currently, UCLG ASPAC is in close collaboration with local government of Jakarta, with support of UN-Habitat, to identify the best sites within Jakarta area to develop public space which will contribute to social cohesion and community resilience. Read More..

18-19 February 2019 I Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Upon the adoption of the New Urban Agenda (NUA) and the global commitment on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, cities are working together to develop their cities in ensuring that the sustainability with be achieved under the spirit of “no one is left behind”. Read More..

11-15 February 2019 I Barcelona, Spain – UCLG ASPAC Secretariat led by Dr. Bernadia I. Tjandradewi participated in UCLG Retreat, an annual high-level gathering to discuss strategic priorities for the World Organization. This year event took place in Barcelona, Spain, from 10 to 15 February 2019. Read More..

21-23 January 2019 | BALI, Indonesia – UCLG ASPAC Secretary General Dr. Bernadia I. Tjandradewi took part in the 10th High-Level Seminar on Sustainable Cities (10HLS-SC). The event is organized annually since 2010 and serves as a platform for prominent policymakers and senior officials from East and Southeast Asia to discuss environment and urban development. Read More..

14 – 17 January 2019 | ISLAMABAD, Pakistan – Upon the invitation of the Local Councils Association of the Punjab (LCAP), UCLG ASPAC Secretary General Dr. Bernadia I. Tjandradewi carried out a mission in Pakistan and conducted a series of meetings with partner institution namely… Read More..

4 December 2018 | WALING, Nepal – Many urban households in South Asia including Nepal still depend on on-site sanitation rather than sewers, with a growing trend of using septic tanks. This situation has disproportionately affected the poorest citizens with health and environmental problems. Read More..

29 November – 1 December 2018 l PYONGYANG, DPRK
UCLG ASPAC President Tri Rismaharini and Secretary General Bernadia Irawati Tjandradewi concluded their official visit to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK), marking a first successful step towards closer dialogue and collaboration at city-level with the country. Read More..