Author(s): United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction Asia-Pacific Scientific and Technology Advisory Group (AP-STAG)
A regional status review was also provided for seven strategic themes, including (1) Science and synergies: sustainable development, climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction, (2) The Sendai Framework and science and technology, (3) Localization and inclusivity: application of science and technology at the local level, (4) Cities, climate change and critical infrastructure, (5) Science, innovation and entrepreneurship, (6) Cascading (including NATECH), compound and systemic risks, and (7) Youth and innovation. This review was conducted through the analysis of challenges and gaps, opportunities and trends, and ways forward to accelerate S&T application for disaster risk reduction in the Asia-Pacific region.
The findings of the online survey and the common issues, which were identified from the discussion around thematic areas, are summarized for consideration during the Sendai Framework Midterm Review. Recommendations are suggested for the four outcomes: data and knowledge, dissemination, monitoring and review and capacity building, and on crosscutting issues such as governance, cooperation, funding and technology and innovation.