The research questions of the current study include: "Is it beneficial for countries, local governments, and autonomous districts with a high level of e-government to become smarter cities with the electronic, digital, and smart introduction of information and communications technology (ICT)...

In the past, both researchers and policymakers have often underlined the important role cities have to play in reaching the objectives of the Paris Agreement and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Meanwhile, city networks have become increasingly active in approaching international...

Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Literature Review on CC, SC, SE, SB and MFUA -- Chapter 3. Situation of Urban Agriculture in China and Japan -- Chapter 4. Theoretical Framework, Hypothesis and Methodology -- Chapter 5. Hypothesis Verification -- Chapter 6. Conclusion and Policy Implication.