Today is World Habitat Day. This year’s theme is “harmonious cities”. In a message to mark the Day, the Secretary-General notes that many of the world’s most pressing challenges -– such as poverty, natural disasters, and escalating prices for food and fuel –- have important links with rapid urbanization.
He calls on all partners and stakeholders to do their utmost to realize their potential, and to build decent living conditions for all in a way that also preserves natural heritage and promotes greener and smarter growth. Meanwhile, UN-Habitat this year, for the first time, is giving its highest award to a city rather than to an individual. The Habitat Scroll of Honour Special Citation honours the Chinese city of Nanjing for its comprehensive redevelopment and revitalization along the Qinhuai River.
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