Tag: #natural disasters
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Gov't needs more proactive approach to deal with natural disasters—Bong Go
Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go has stressed the need for the government to institute a more proactive approach when dealing with natural disasters.
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PH gets fresh standby funds from World Bank
The Philippines has secured fresh contingent funds from the World Bank to strengthen the country’s institutional and financial capacity in managing risks from disasters and disease outbreaks.
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Japanese, Filipino experts conduct research on water-related disasters in PH
Several Japanese and Philippine institutions are teaming up to conduct a study on water-related disaster risks and enhance flood management in the country, particularly in the Pampanga River basin and Pasig-Marikina River and Laguna Lake basin.