ITS Asia Pacific Forum

The “Building New Capital City from the Ground Up” special interest session is a timely and critical platform that will explore how the 21st-century urban revival can be harnessed to create cities that are not only livable and intelligent but also sustainable and resilient. This session will bring together a panel of experts’ perspectives, each with their own insights into the development of urban environments that embody resilience, sustainability, and inclusivity.

By integrating elements of resilience and sustainability into the design process, the goal is to foster communities where individuals are eager to live and contribute positively. Crafting a unique city identity involves a careful mix of both tangible and intangible measures, all aimed at achieving a broader vision of a city that is not just a place to reside but a dynamic, responsive, and forward-thinking community ready to meet future challenges.

The session aims to foster dialogue and knowledge exchange among stakeholders invested in building resilient, inclusive, smart, and sustainable cities for the future.

• Delving into the intricate relationship between urban development and transportation infrastructure, emphasising future-proofing and innovative planning for new cities.
• Exploring of Integration of information systems for sustainable mobility and the future of logistics to shape resilient and efficient urban development.
• Leveraging city policies to facilitate collaborations that promote sustainable, resilient, and equitable urban development.
• Prioritising innovative urban planning that integrates environmental considerations with advanced technology infrastructure.

Presented by Alan Quek