KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 (Bernama) -- Stronger international cooperation is needed to address the global housing crisis, with approximately 3.4 billion people worldwide experiencing some form of inadequate housing, said Housing and Local Government Minister Nga Kor Ming.
Nga Urges Global Cooperation On Housing Crisis, Cites 3.4 Billion Affected
Nga Kor Ming, UN-Habitat, Malaysia, China, housing
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Nga calls for global cooperation to address the housing crisis affecting 3.4 billion people, emphasizing affordable and sustainable solutions.
- 3.4 billion people face inadequate housing, with 1.16 billion in informal settlements.
- Nga urges governments and organizations to focus on affordable housing and sustainable urban development.
- Malaysia aims to build one million affordable homes and improve home ownership by 2035.
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