Myanmar: Law No. 21/2013, The Disaster Management Law
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The objectives of this Law are as follows:
- to implement natural disaster management programmes systematically and expeditiously in order to reduce disaster risks;
- to form the National Committee and Local Bodies in order to implement natural disaster management programmes systematically and expeditiously;
- to coordinate with national and international government departments and organizations, social organizations, other non-government organizations or international organizations and regional organizations in carrying out natural disaster management activities;
- to conserve and restore the environment affected by natural disasters;
- to provide health, education, social and livelihood programmes in order to bring about better living conditions for victims.
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Myanmar
Publication Year
2013