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Innovative Governance of Large Urban Systems
This lecture explores the innovative governance of large urban systems, focusing on land-use strategies in major cities. It covers the economic performance and demographic distribution of metropolitan areas, forces influencing land use strategies, and governance aspects such as natural factors, socio-economic factors, and power structures. The presentation delves into risk exposure to natural disasters, citizen participation in governance, and planning theories. Emphasizing the importance of communication in governance, the lecture concludes by highlighting the key aspects of governing development in large urban systems.