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Forum proves international governments are not worlds apart: While the language used at this and other international meetings may be unfamiliar and more cosmic than we would use, the substance is the same, and the information shared is directly on point for those of us working to strengthen our cities and improve the quality of life for our citizens.(PUBLISHER'S COLUMN)(World Urban Forum III)

Nation's Cities Weekly

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It is reassuring and affirming to find that local governments and local elected officials around the world are confronting the same issues that mayors and council members in the U.S. are addressing.

Last week, thousands of local elected officials, other government officials and representatives of non-governmental organizations met in Vancouver, Canada, for the World Urban Forum III. (See related article on page 3.)

The focus of the meeting was "Our Future: Sustainable Cities--Turning Ideas into Action." While the language used at this and other international meetings may be unfamiliar and more cosmic than we would use, the substance is the same, and the…

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