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(10) Cities and external attacks: It is essential that urban dwellers feel safe without cities needing to erect
barricades. With the growing threat of terrorism, cities need to have an effective public safety
system to prevent violence against their citizens. This aspect of public safety against external threats
can be delved into within the U4SSC in the upcoming phase.
(11) Smart cities and biodiversity: The importance of green belts, biodiversity corridors for increased
human-environment interaction could be further expanded on by U4SSC in phase 2.
(12) Smart cities and circular economy: Urban leaders should explore the potential of establishing
synergies between the concept of “circular economy” and “smart cities” in order to drive change
towards more sustainable modes of production and consumption within the urban ecosystem.
U4SSC can assist urban leaders in this endeavour by highlighting key policies and guidelines which
propel the transition to a “zero-waste” ecosystem in cities.
With the hope that U4SSC will receive generous support for its upcoming phase, global smart city leaders all
over the world are being encouraged to favourably support the research of the U4SSC and also contribute
at all levels, to this important work aimed at a better future for urban dwellers and living things everywhere.

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