Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for World Cities Day -
in 2023Updated
Today, over half of the world’s population lives in cities. By 2050, this number is expected to rise to 70%. On Tuesday’s #WorldCitiesDay, @UNHABITAT calls for increased investment in inclusive, resilient cities to achieve a more sustainable future. Show more un.org World Cities Day | United Nations
As we mark #WorldCitiesDay today, let’s remember cities, like Gaza, that are losing peace and progress. By working together, we can create urban environments that are safe, socially inclusive, environmentally conscious, ensuring a better future for all. Let’s plan and build… Show more
World Cities Day is marked today as a reminder that the world is becoming more urbanized and that we need to adjust to this fact. Happy Tuesday! #ALDUBatADNUrban
Over the past two decades, the share of urban residents living in slums decreased in most countries. Which have succeeded the most? This chart shows the change in the % of urban population living in slums between 2000 & 2020. Show more
Properly planned, designed, financed, developed and managed cities are key to achieving the #GlobalGoals, our blueprint for a better world. Get more details on Tuesday’s #WorldCitiesDay: https://un.org/sustainabledevelopment/cities/…
MARTY – Delbert Mann, 1955 Co-producer Burt Lancaster introduces MARTY “the story of a Saturday night in a man’s life” – in the trailer. “Hello, I’m Burt Lancaster back visiting my old hometown: #NYC. This is the neighborhood… Arthur Avenue in the Bronx…” Show more
Happy #WorldCitiesDay! Let’s explore how we can finance a sustainable urban future for all, unlocking transformative investment in urban planning and achieve adequate fiscal decentralisation. Join efforts towards better cities, better life: Show more
Marking #WorldCitiesDay on Tuesday, the UN Secretary-General emphasized the critical role cities play for sustainable development as catalysts for economic growth and innovation news.un.org UN calls for global action to turn cities into engines of sustainable development
Cities are engines of economic growth & development. In preparation for #WorldCitiesDay, @UNHabitat is urging investment in sustainable urban futures for everyone. This entails investing in cities that are inclusive & resilient. Show more ALT
__ / |_\ ____________ / |\ / | \ / | \ By building cities that are good for people, nature & climate, we shape a more livable, equitable & sustainable future for everyone. Show more
— WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities (@WRIRossCities) October 31, 2023
World Cities Day in 2023
World Cities Day seeks to promote global urbanization and the need to build more sustainable cities. This day aims for international cooperation among countries in order to tackle challenges and create sustainable opportunities for urbanization.
World Cities Day Facts - in 2023
The theme for World Cities Day in 2023 was Financing sustainable urban future for all.