Altogether, there are numerous distinct challenges. City planning and managing styles have to vary across regions depending on the respective political contexts and given factors challenging the governance of those places. Hence, some policies result in more multi-level governance, while others are rather state-centred – but with governance being always “under reconstruction” (Newman and Thornley 2004, p. 38).
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Sustainability as the Primary Goal for Megacities
- Globalization's Impact on City Governance
- Decentralization and Polycentric Metropolitan Systems
- Administrative Impediments and Fragmentation
- Varying Local and International Political Challenges
- National Welfare Systems and Local Influence
- The Influence of Lobby Groups and Strong Leadership
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text examines the complexities of governing megacities in the context of globalization and sustainability. It explores the unique challenges that arise from rapid urbanization and the shifting power dynamics between local, national, and international actors. The text highlights the need for effective governance strategies that address both local and global pressures.
- The challenges of governing megacities in the context of rapid urbanization.
- The impact of globalization on local and international political dynamics.
- The influence of national welfare systems on local social policies.
- The role of strong leadership and the influence of lobby groups in city planning.
- The need for effective governance strategies to address local and global challenges.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
This text focuses on the complexities of governing megacities in the face of rapid urbanization and globalization. It explores the challenges of managing urban growth, balancing competing interests, and responding to global pressures while maintaining local autonomy. The text further examines the role of national welfare systems and strong leadership in shaping city planning and governance strategies.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The text centers around the key themes of urban governance, megacities, globalization, sustainability, decentralization, polycentric metropolitan systems, and local and international political challenges. It highlights the impact of national welfare systems, lobby groups, and strong leadership on city planning and management.
- Quote paper
- Natalie Züfle (Author), 2008, Planning Urban Growth , Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/180117
