This is fundamental towards achieving higher levels of urban prosperity and sustainable urban development for all. However, poor planning, the absence of effective governance and legal frameworks, fragile institutions, the low capacity of local authorities, and the lack of a sound monitoring mechanism, diminishes the possibility to promote long-term sustainable urban development.ĭata and metrics enable cities to make correct decisions on the best policies to adopt and assist in tracking changes, whilst systematically documenting their performance at the outcome level.
They have been able to forge new linkages among actors and offer innovative solutions, with the potential to be part of national agendas and to influence regional and global development. Cities have emerged as the focus for change and the venue where policies are realized.
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