Information paper on the exhibition of maps applied for planning

Abstract

In modern planning for economic and social progress, the role of maps and other cartographic materials is increasingly recognized The maps become a widely used instrument not only in regional and town planning where they are prerequisites of vital importance, but also in other fields of planning and programming, sectoral planning, project identifications, resettlement schemes, etc, A modest exhibition 10 demonstrate relevant maps is organized by the Economic Commission for Africa during the third session of the Conference of African Planners. This exhibition aims to show several types of maps and plans mostly used for planning purposes. They are arranged by-type and application.