Urbanization in the World: Global Human Settlements Report 1996

Author: United Nations Human Settlements Centre (Habitat)
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Publish Date: 1999-08-01
Features: This is the second report by the United Nations on the trends and current state of human settlements worldwide. Through a wealth of statistical data, it reveals the interrelationships among the economy, society, population, and human settlements; comprehensively and systematically introduces the current state of global socio-economic development as well as population and urban changes; discusses the housing, land, infrastructure, and environmental issues existing in human settlements worldwide; lists the successful experiences and case studies achieved by countries in urban development; and proposes new thinking, methods, and measures to achieve sustainable human settlements development. This book embodies the knowledge of many experts and scholars worldwide. The issues it addresses are not only of interest to scholars but also closely related to the immediate interests of ordinary people. Therefore, it is written for everyone who cares about our shared world. The purpose of this book is: (1) to provide a report on the current state of global and regional human settlements for reference by countries and relevant international organizations, facilitating the improvement of their corresponding human settlements policies and plans; (2) to promote and help the public better understand the changes in settlement characteristics, the interrelationships among various aspects of settlements, and the crucial role of settlement systems in creating conditions for human, social, economic, and environmental development; (3) to provide an overview of the new global policies proposed by the United Nations, as well as comprehensive information obtained through other channels by the United Nations.