Beyond the city of developing countries. The new urban order of the 'emerging city'

Under the impetus of globalization, the city of emerging economies is experiencing profound
changes that are affecting its social and spatial structure. However, this new scenario seems to
have had little impact on critical thinking and related urban policies. This text looks at a number of
issues urban research needs to address as a result of the trends many such cities are experiencing
and the consequent shift from the social and spatial polarization of the past to a more composite
pattern. The article aims to help bridge the gap that still exists between urban studies on the
emerging city and planning theory.