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Sierra Leone Economic Update, June 2018 : Reviving Urban Development - The Importance of Freetown for the National Economy

World Bank Group - 2018

. Rapid urbanization is now Sierra Leone's biggest growth narrative for the 21st century. Freetown has the potential to power …

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Cameroon City Competitiveness Diagnostic

World Bank Group - 2018

The purpose of this report is to help policymakers improve economic development and job creation in Cameroon's cities. The report is part of the World Bank's Technical Assistance project on Enhancing Economic Performance of African Cities, supporting clients in the Ministry of Economy, Planning...

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Financing a Resilient Urban Future : A Policy Brief on World Bank and Global Experience on Financing Climate-Resilient Urban Infrastructure

World Bank Group - 2018

In the coming decades, climate change will force cities to grapple with new operating conditions to construct and maintain key urban infrastructure. Strategies for covering the costs of climate-resilient upgrades will vary by locale, reflecting differing market, regulatory, and policy...

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Melaka Sustainability Outlook Diagnostic : Overview Report - Pathway to Urban Sustainability

World Bank Group - 2019

Melaka State, situated roughly halfway between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, has unique importance in the global dialogue around the sustainability of our shared urban future. At Melaka's heart is its historic urban center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (WHS) strategically located along the Strait...

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Bhutan Urban Policy Notes : Urban Resilience

World Bank Group - 2019

urbanization and its ramifications for growth, livability, and sustainability in line with the directives of the Twelfth Five … assistance. It is intended to support the RGoB on key and emerging topics relevant in the context of increasing urbanization and …

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Bhutan Urban Policy Notes : Municipal Governance and Finance

World Bank Group - 2019

Bhutan's increasing urbanization and its ramifications for growth, livability and sustainability in line with the directives …

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Bhutan Urban Policy Notes : Regional Development and Economic Transformation

World Bank Group - 2019

Bhutan's increasing urbanization and its ramifications for growth, livability and sustainability in line with the directives … leveraging urbanization and supporting regional development to enable Bhutan to achieve sustainable growth, spur private sector … development job creation and support balanced spatial development. The Note (a) takes stock of recent trends in urbanization …

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Bhutan Urban Policy Notes : Affordable Housing Policy

World Bank Group - 2019

Bhutan's increasing urbanization and its ramifications for growth, livability and sustainability in line with the directives …

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Bhutan Urban Policy Notes

World Bank Group - 2019

urbanization has coincided with strong economic growth as the country shifts toward an economy based on contributions from …

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New Perspectives on Results-Based Blended Finance for Cities

World Bank Group - 2019

There is clear evidence on the need for cities to rapidly scale-up their investments in climate change mitigation programs and build strong foundations for climate-resilient communities. Investing in low carbon infrastructure and climate resilience can generate competitive returns and is crucial...

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