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Philippines: Japan cites Makati’s disaster-risk management program

Source(s): Business Mirror - Philippine Business Daily Mirror Publishing, Inc.
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By Claudeth Mocon-Ciriaco

International experts on disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) from Yokohama City in Japan lauded Makati City for establishing the country’s first DRRM Academy at the University of Makati (UMak).

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In a letter sent through the delegation, Yokohama City Mayor Fumiko Hayashi assured [Makati City] Mayor Binay of her commitment to share her city’s own experience and expertise in running the Yokohama DRR Learning Center to contribute to the development of a curriculum for Makati’s new academy.

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For her part, Binay thanked the city’s international partners for lending their technical expertise and innovative practices in support of Makati’s efforts to promote a culture of readiness among residents and stakeholders.

“Makati gladly welcomes any form of assistance from our valued partners in the international community to raise our DRRM practices and strategies to international standards. We believe our openness to innovations for development will help solidify the foundations of a secure and resilient Makati, and empower us to lead other cities and nations towards a sustainable future,” Binay said.

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Country and region Japan Philippines

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