Virtual library [recurso eletrônico]

ABSTRACT

Urbanization is a defining phenomenon of this century, and the developing world is the locus of this demographic transformation. From the earliest times, cities have been centers of democracy, creativity, and economic activity. Successful cities change their ways, improve their finances, attract private investors, and take care of the poor. The World Bank supports govenments at all levels to make cities more equitable, efficient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly.(AU)