Sustainable City Management

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Focusing on Surakarta's housing and governance policies, the book evaluates the city's approach to managing informal sectors and marginal settlements, assessing its sustainability and governance quality. It highlights four key programs aimed at improving slum living conditions, showcasing inclusive strategies that have influenced other Indonesian cities. While the city government has implemented effective policies, the analysis reveals ongoing challenges in participation and transparency, suggesting areas for improvement despite the overall positive framework established.