Financing Disaster Risk Reduction in Asia and the Pacific: A Guide for Policy Makers (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789292626341)

This publication aims to guide policy makers and other stakeholders on how to scale up disaster risk reduction financing in developing member countries of the Asian Development Bank.

Disaster events impact Asia and the Pacific more than any other region in the world. In light of current and future climate and disaster risks, there is an urgent need to address the region's underinvestment in disaster risk and reduction. The publication provides an overview of financing opportunities for developing Asiaincluding instruments and mechanismsas well as country case studies and practical tips for governments to implement enhanced disaster risk reduction.

Author: Asian Development Bank
ISBN-10: 9292626345
ISBN-13: 9789292626341
Publisher: Asian Development Bank
Language: English
Published: 01/30/2022
Pages: 68
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.53lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.19d