Urbanisation

By 2030, another billion residents will be added to Asia’s cities. How can Asian cities create a thriving economic and creative ecosystem whilst avoiding the social and environmental risks of urbanisation? As more people live in cities, municipalities and mayors will play a more important role in shaping the countries’ economic development. Does Asia have the right governance structure to deal with this?

Urbanisation: Going to town with growth

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Asia’s cities are growing by 44 million people each year. How can Asia continues to urbanise rapidly and tackle the sustainability challenges?

World’s smartest cities will look like this

Urbanisation

Vertical greenery will be the defining feature of future metropolises, as governments across the globe invest millions in making their cities 'smart.

Urbanising China

China / Economics

Urbanisation is vital to facilitating economic growth in China. But more reforms are needed to encourage rural residents to move to the cities.

Frustration for Hong Kong's Young

Hong Kong / Equities

Soaring property prices and a yawning income gap are frustrating Hong Kong’s young. But addressing these problems could hit corporate profitability.