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Applying the degree of urbanization. Theory and practice

Virtual Training on Data Disaggregation and Small Area Estimation for SDG Indicators (22-25 October 2024)

Year of publication 2024

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Author Aida Khalil; Stefano di Candia

Publisher FAO ;

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Language English

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