Plenary Session 1: The City and Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Growth
In a world where the process of urbanization does not cease, even in the “inter-city” spaces, and with the constitution of ever larger, larger and more complex urban regions and metropolitan spaces, there are old and new problems to face in the search for answer to some of society's biggest challenges. This session will consider and discuss the economic, social and / or environmental and welfare dimensions of these challenges, seen from cities (or urban areas in general), as i) “engines of economic growth”, eg when calling the territorial dimension of development and much is said about “creative cities” and “smart” cities; ii) places of socialization and integration, capable of promoting democracy, namely through the adoption of the principles of governance and the revaluation of the public interest; (iii) healthy spaces for reflection, innovation and action on decarbonisation, climate change mitigation, pollution control and health promotion.
In a world where the process of urbanization does not cease, even in the “inter-city” spaces, and with the constitution of ever larger, larger and more complex urban regions and metropolitan spaces, there are old and new problems to face in the search for answer to some of society's biggest challenges. This session will consider and discuss the economic, social and / or environmental and welfare dimensions of these challenges, seen from cities (or urban areas in general), as i) “engines of economic growth”, eg when calling the territorial dimension of development and much is said about “creative cities” and “smart” cities; ii) places of socialization and integration, capable of promoting democracy, namely through the adoption of the principles of governance and the revaluation of the public interest; (iii) healthy spaces for reflection, innovation and action on decarbonisation, climate change mitigation, pollution control and health promotion.
MODERATOR:
José Alberto Rio Fernandes
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade do Porto
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Leo van den Berg
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Luís Carvalho
Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto
Fernanda do Carmo
Direção-Geral do Território
José Alberto Rio Fernandes
Faculdade de Letras da Universidade do Porto
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Leo van den Berg
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Luís Carvalho
Faculdade de Economia da Universidade do Porto
Fernanda do Carmo
Direção-Geral do Território
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Sustainable Development Goals
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1.7. Create sound policy frameworks at the national, regional and international levels, based on pro-poor and gender-sensitive development strategies, to support accelerated investment in poverty eradication actions
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3.4. By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being
3.6. By 2020, halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents 3.8. Achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health-care services and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all 3.13. Strengthen the capacity of all countries, in particular developing countries, for early warning, risk reduction and management of national and global health risks |
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8.2. Achieve higher levels of economic productivity through diversification, technological upgrading and innovation, including through a focus on high-value added and labour-intensive sectors
8.3. Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services |
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10.1. By 2030, progressively achieve and sustain income growth of the bottom 40 per cent of the population at a rate higher than the national average
10.2. By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status 10.3. Ensure equal opportunity and reduce inequalities of outcome, including by eliminating discriminatory laws, policies and practices and promoting appropriate legislation, policies and action in this regard 10.7. Facilitate orderly, safe, regular and responsible migration and mobility of people, including through the implementation of planned and well-managed migration policies |
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11.1. By 2030, ensure access for all to adequate, safe and affordable housing and basic services and upgrade slums
11.2. By 2030, provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, notably by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations, women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons 11.3. By 2030, enhance inclusive and sustainable urbanization and capacity for participatory, integrated and sustainable human settlement planning and management in all countries 11.5. By 2030, significantly reduce the number of deaths and the number of people affected and substantially decrease the direct economic losses relative to global gross domestic product caused by disasters, including water-related disasters, with a focus on protecting the poor and people in vulnerable situations 11.7. By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive and accessible, green and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons and persons with disabilities 11.8. Support positive economic, social and environmental links between urban, per-urban and rural areas by strengthening national and regional development planning |
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12.4. By 2020, achieve the environmentally sound management of chemicals and all wastes throughout their life cycle, in accordance with agreed international frameworks, and significantly reduce their release to air, water and soil in order to minimize their adverse impacts on human health and the environment
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