Global City and Demography PDF

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This document explores the characteristics and challenges of global cities, focusing on infrastructure strain, social inequality, environmental impact, and climate change. It also delves into global demography, including population distribution, trends, and factors influencing various population groups.

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GLOBAL CITY GLOBAL POPULATION AND MOBILITY DEFINITION CHALLENGES A significant urban center that INFRASTRUCTURE STRAIN holds considerable influence over global economic, cultural, and...

GLOBAL CITY GLOBAL POPULATION AND MOBILITY DEFINITION CHALLENGES A significant urban center that INFRASTRUCTURE STRAIN holds considerable influence over global economic, cultural, and Overcrowding and pressure on political affairs; acting as hubs for transportation, housing, and public international finance, trade, and services. communication. SOCIAL INEQUALITY Disparities in wealth and access to resources. Redlining is the most commonly-cited reason for the disparity. CHARACTERISTICS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT Urbanization leading to pollution and resource depletion. Economic Cultural Power Influence CLIMATE CHANGE FACTORS IMPACTS Infrastructure Innovation Greenhouse Gases Sea Level Rise Urban heat island effect Extreme Weather Effects Consumption and Waste Water Stress Transportation Health Issues Economic Disruptions SIGNIFICANCE Can drive economic growth, ADAPTATION and MITIGATION innovation, and cultural STRATEGIES exchange. Pivotal in shaping global trends and policies. Attract talent and investment from around the world, fostering a dynamic and Green Resilience Carbon competitive environment. Infrastructure Planning Reduction GLOBAL DEMOGRAPHY GLOBAL POPULATION AND MOBILITY ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DEFINITION IMPLICATIONS The statistical study of human populations, including their size, LABOR MARKETS distribution, and trends which Demographic changes impact labor provides insights into the changing supply and economic productivity. patterns of population growth, aging, and migration. HEALTHCARE Aging populations increase demand for healthcare services. YOUTHFUL VS. AGING POPULATIONS EDUCATION Young populations require substantial investment in education and training. FACTORS INFLUENCING Population of the Philippines, 2023 THE TRENDS YOUTHFUL POPULATION A population dominated by younger people (between 0-14 years of age). Due to high birth rate, there is a high dependency ratio and demand for education and employment. Fertility Rates Mortality Rates High fertility rate increases Lower mortality rate means population of younger better healthcare and a people better life expectancy Population of Singapore, 2023 AGING POPULATION Migration Policy Interventions A population dominated by older people Migration patterns can Government policies can (15 years and above). Due to low birth rate, impact population trends also influence population there are challenges in accessing in various regions growth trajectories healthcare, pensions, and labor.

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