But as we approached the epicenter of the damage, I realized this disaster was different. Building after building had large cracks throughout, while many other structures had partially or totally ...

The country’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority is active but relatively new in its current form, having been consolidated as a single agency only in 2009.

ASEAN has recognized the value of cutting-edge technologies to predict and address natural disasters. But much more can be done to implement these solutions.

Good disaster risk governance can be measured by lives saved, fewer people affected and reduced economic losses. ... OPINION: COVID-19 tells us why getting ready for disasters matters.