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The Sultanate of Oman gathered governmental and non-governmental representative, and technical experts at a national workshop focused on strengthening disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate action planning.

These charts teveal trajectories and cascading impacts that are easy to miss in headlines alone. Together, they show why extreme heat is no longer a seasonal anomaly, but a persistent risk shaping systems around the world.

For decades, cooling strategies have relied heavily on air conditioning, but this approach is increasingly strained by rising temperatures and growing energy demand.

Extreme heat exposes the deep structural interdependence between water and energy systems, while also revealing the limits of traditional sector-based risk management.

Representatives from across the Euro-Mediterranean region, alongside Arab Member States convened in Paphos this week for the 3rd Euro-Mediterranean High-Level Workshop on Fire Risks

New World Capital Inc. strengthened resilience through a tailored Business Continuity Plan, shifting from reactive crisis management to clear recovery planning, stronger communication, and greater confidence.

As global challenges grow in complexity and uncertainty, a coordinated, multilevel approach to international cooperation is essential to support cities and municipalities in addressing systemic risks that cross geographic and sectoral boundaries.

Sendai-based Meishin Transport Co., Ltd. offers a clear example of how a local food logistics and general cargo provider is building resilience to safeguard critical supply chains.

The DELTA Resilience (Disaster & Hazardous Events, Losses and Damages Tracking & Analysis) system was presented as a key enabler in this shift.

UNDRR has formally added an LGBTIQ+ Persons constituency to its Stakeholder Engagement Mechanism to strengthen inclusive disaster risk reduction policy and participation.