Author: World Bank
Publisher: World Bank
Year: 1905-05-25 00:00:00
Pages: 111
Source: Donated by Charles Correa
Subject: Urbanisation
Sub-Subject: Urban Development
Keyword: World Bank, Sector Working Papers, Development Projects, Policy Reform
Classification: 307.1416
Shelf: C1R3
Accession No: B264
Contents: Introduction and Summary Dimensions of the Urbanisation Problem The National/Regional Setting The Problems of Urban Centers The bank`s Role Annexes: 1- Background Data on Urbanisation 2- Urban Land policy 3- International Assistance in Urban Development 4- Bank Lending for Urban Purposes
Abstract: This working paper addresses the challenges and opportunities of urbanization, focusing on the World Bank’s role in promoting sustainable urban development. It reviews urbanization trends, highlighting rapid city growth and related social, economic, and environmental pressures. Key issues in urban centers—such as infrastructure deficits, housing shortages, and service delivery constraints—are analyzed, along with national and regional variations. The paper outlines the World Bank’s strategies, lending programs, and policy support for efficient, inclusive, and resilient cities. Annexes provide background data on urbanization, urban land policies, international assistance, and World Bank urban lending, serving as a resource for policymakers and practitioners.