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Cities face specific challenges on air, water and pollution, health risks, waste and energy management, all exacerbated by rising inequity and urbanisation.
The Asia and Pacific regions are home to some of the world’s megacities, with millions of people exposed to a wide range of health challenges brought about by air and water pollution, inadequate housing, and unsustainably built environments. To produce maximal health for urban populations, cities must implement policies and solutions that address socioeconomic inequalities, achieve health and wellbeing, and ensure environmental sustainability.