From Resilient Cities Congress to Daring Cities:Policies,Actions,and Hot Trends of Resilient City Development
The Resilient Cities Congress(2010~2019)and the Daring Cities(2020 to present)were the pioneering annual global platforms showcasing the latest advancements in international research and practices of resilient cities.They have been instrumental in fostering the growth and collaborative efforts of resilient cities across the globe.Drawing from the materials and scholarly work presented at these congresses,this research comprehensively reviews the evolution of resilient cities over the last decade through the lenses of policies and actions,summarizing the cutting-edge and current trends.The journey of global resilient cities unfolds in three phases of global commitment and framework establishment,path exploration and action,and experience translation and adaption.Resilience building and financing based on multi-level actions,multi-stakeholder collaboration,and community participation have consistently been the core themes of the Resilient Cities Congress series.Emphasizing the leading role of local governments in such actions and taking into account the social,environmental,and economic dimensions,multi-disciplinary and cross-sectoral cooperation and innovation is the key to achieving resilience and overall sustainable development.Moreover,in response to the new challenges and opportunities of the digital age,efforts to strengthen the cyber resilience by building a healthy and safe cyber environment are vital enhancers of sustainable urban development.Finally,the article reflects how the insights and accomplishments stemming from the Resilient Cities Congress series can inform resilient city research and practices in China.It advocates for a strategic approach that aligns with China's unique conditions and urban characteristics,encouraging the adaptation and contextualization of resilient initiatives to craft localized and region-specific plans for building resilient cities across the nation.