Functions & Roles
Saturday, 25 May 2024
History
Commemoration of World Habitat Day (HHD)
The sixth Asia-Pacific Urban Forum (APUF-6) is one of the Asia-Pacific level forums that discusses urban development. This forum was held on 19-21 October 2015 at the Fairmont Convention Center, Jakarta, Indonesia. The forum was organized by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Indonesian PUPR Ministry together with more than 30 partners.
Saturday, 25 May 2024
History
Indonesia's Involvement in the Habitat Agenda
Indonesia played an active role in the United Nations Conference on Housing and Sustainable Urban Development (Habitat III) in 2016, which resulted in the adoption of the New Urban Agenda. Indonesia played a leadership role in advocating for the inclusion of the Asia-Pacific region in discussions at Habitat III.
Saturday, 25 May 2024
History
World Habitat Day (HHD) & World Cities Day 1 (HKD 1)
World Habitat Day was proclaimed by the United Nations to reflect on the shape and condition of our habitats in order to ensure there are enough adequate places to live. It is also hoped that this warning can remind the entire world community that everyone has the power and responsibility to shape the future of every city and human habitat.