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2-1-2. Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004
The Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004, consisting of the 6th ADRC International
Meeting and the 3rd ISDR Asian Meeting, was held from February 4 to 6, 2004 in Siem Reap,
Cambodia. The Conference was organized by the Governments of Cambodia and Japan, theUN Inter-Agency Secretariat of the International Strategy for Disaster Reduction (UN/ISDR),
and the Asian Disaster Reduction Center (ADRC). It was participated by more than 130 people
including high dignitaries and officials from Cambodia and 22 other countries, mainly from
Asia, along with representatives of various UN agencies and international/regionalorganizations. The Conference was honoured by the address by the Prime Minister ofCambodia, H.E. Mr. Samdech Hun Sen, expressing his support for disaster reduction in Asiaand for the Conference deliberations. Co-chaired by H.E. Mr. Nihm Vanda, Senior Minister,First Vice President of NCDM, Cambodia, and H.E. Mr. Tatsuo Sato, Special Adviser to thePrime Minister, Senior Vice Minister of Japan, the Conference issued a Chair Summary.
For further information on the Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004, please refer tothepage
dedicatedtotheConference
on
the
ADRC
website(http://www.adrc.or.jp/publications/Asian_Conference_2004/index.html) as well to theSummary Report and CD-ROM “Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004” published in
April 2004 by ADRC. A copy of the report as well as the CD-ROM is available upon request.

Fig. 2-1-2-1 Commemorative speech by the Prime Minister Hun Sen of Cambodia

2-1-2-1. Outline of the 6th ADRC International Meeting
The outline of the 6th ADRC International Meeting is described below.
1) Date: February 4 (Wed) -5 (Thu), 2004
2) Organizer: Asian Disaster Reduction Center
3) Participants: 138 (government officials from 22 member countries, representatives of 24
international and regional organizations and others)
4) Venue: Hotel City Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Session 1“Sharing lessons learned from recent disasters”
13:20-15:00, February 4 (Wed), 2004

Last year, a number of major disasters had occurred in the region, exacting their toll on
human lives and limbs, property and infrastructures, and the economy and environment ofaffected countries. These included the landslide in Sri Lanka in May, the super typhoon,
Maemi, that hit Korea in September, and the landslides in central and southern Philippines
in December. These disasters occurred in spite of existing disaster management programs
and strategies in the country, thereby presenting challenges for more effective

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countermeasures and methodologies for disaster reduction. This session aimed atpresenting and sharing the lessons learned from these recent disasters towards greaterawareness of existing gaps and further development of more effective strategies for disaster
reduction.
*Facilitator: Mr. Markus N. Zimmerman, Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation*Rapporteur: Mr. Emmanuel de Guzman, Consultant, Asian Disaster Reduction Center*Speakers:- Mr. Young-Ok Jun, deputy director of BDPP, Ministry of Government
Administration and Home Affairs, Korea- Mr. Nimal D. Hettiarachchi, director of NDMC, Sri Lanka- Mr. Zou Ming, deputy director of the Department of Disaster and Social Relief,
China- Mr. Bernardo Rafaelito Roldan Alejandro IV, Civil Defense Officer IV of the
Office of Civil Defense, Philippines

Session summary:
Typhoon Maemi in Korea, September 2003
Mr. Young-Ok Jun, deputy director of BDPP, Ministry of Government Administration andHome Affairs, Korea, presented a film on the extent and types of damages wrought by Typhoon
Maemi in Korea in September 2003. The typhoon killed 131 people and destroyed about $3.5
billion worth of properties. It was Korea’s worst typhoon. Unprecedented in rainfall and windvelocity, the typhoon caused big waves and landslides, resulting in enormous damages to public
infrastructures and lifelines including power, communication and transport facilities, buildings
and houses, rivers and agricultural land, among others. In view of this recent disaster
experience in Korea and its detrimental effect on the country’s economy, Mr. Young-Ok
mentioned the longing of the people for a safer environment and the current shift in paradigms
and policies on disaster management in the country. He conveyed the awakening process in
Korea, particularly the increasing awareness on global climate changes and the vulnerability ofcommunities. He also cited the changes in government policy on disaster management,
particularly the emphasis on preparedness, reinforcement of response capacity, strengthening ofgovernment organization for disaster management and the establishment of self-governing
disaster prevention system at the local level. He also discussed the innovative disastercountermeasures in the country, i.e. the reinforcement of infrastructures, technological andexpertise development, continuing policy development, use and application of IT technology,
and adoption of a participatory system for government and private sectors.
Landslide in Sri Lanka, May 2003
Mr. Nimal D. Hettiarachchi, director of NDMC, Sri Lanka, discussed the direct and indirectcauses of landslides in the country, which included rainfall, underlying geological formations,and man made activities such as improper land use and construction of roads and houses
without consideration of landslide risks. He cited the incidents of landslides in the districts ofRatnapura, Matara, Hambantota and Kalutara. These incidents presented lessons in resource
mobilization, local capacity for rapid assessment, commitment of local authorities, media
support in information dissemination, and public awareness. He emphasized the importance ofpolitical will in disaster management, mobilization of stakeholders’ support and the positive
response of the victim families. In conclusion, Mr. Hettiarachchi presented hazard zone
mapping, land use regulations, insurance and incentives as possible risk reduction measures.
Establishment of Disaster Emergency Response System in China
Mr. Zou Ming, deputy director of the Department of Disaster and Social Relief, China, gave aprofile of flood, landslide and earthquake disasters in the country, citing their impact on human
lives, property and the economy. He presented two cases of disaster situations, the earthquake
in Bachu-Jiashi, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and the well eruption in Kai County,
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national and local governments. Based on these two cases, Mr. Zou conveyed the importance ofstrengthening early warning systems, formulating disaster emergency response plan, enhancing
disaster response capacity, ensuring effective disaster information sharing, improving
collaboration and cooperation at all levels, raising public awareness on disaster prevention, andpromoting disaster legislation.
Landslides in the Philippines, December 2003
Mr. Bernardo Rafaelito Roldan Alejandro IV, Civil Defense Officer IV of the Office ofCivil Defense, Philippines, presented a comprehensive report on the effects of the recent
landslide and flood incidents in the country. He cited the affected areas, the number ofcasualties, the extent of damage, the emergency response and relief operations of thegovernment, the support of international organizations, and the assistance and recovery needsof the victims. Based on this disaster experience, Mr. Alejandro stressed the importance of a
responsive needs assessment, coordinated relief operations, and a comprehensive recovery andrehabilitation plan for the affected communities.
As regards policy development, hementioned the recent presidential directive to conduct hazard mapping of landslide prone areas,
the importance of land use policy, and the need to strengthen and institutionalize
community-based disaster management program at the community level.

Open Forum:
The following issues were raised and discussed:
1) Possible dissemination of the documentary film on Typhoon Maemi
2) Institutionalization of community-based disaster management program at the local level in
the Philippines
3) Institutional linkages on enhancing early warning in the Philippines
4) Importance and critical roles of local disaster coordinating councils

Conclusion:
The presentations conveyed that major disasters had occurred in spite of existing programs andefforts in disaster reduction at the country level. They demonstrated the challenge at hand to
examine existing gaps in the disaster reduction cycle and the need for continuous effort to seek
and enforce more effective disaster countermeasures. The lessons learned from the recent
disasters presented conveyed the importance of hazard mapping, effective dissemination ofearly warning, and enhanced public awareness on hazards and risks. They highlighted also theimportance of institutionalizing disaster reduction programs at the community level andimproving coordination mechanisms and strengthening cooperation and collaboration among
stakeholders in disaster reduction.

Session 2“Sharing best practices in disaster reduction”
15:30-16:50, February 4 (Wed), 2004
Flooding has been a recurring problem in the region and water, as a resource in excess or lack,has become a major concern. This problem area has been addressed by countries such as Viet
Nam and Laos, where best practices have existed. This session aimed at presenting and sharing
these best practices on water resource management and flood control, highlighting current
disaster reduction systems and strategies, particularly in the Mekong River areas, including
effective ways of collaboration and cooperation among the affected countries. The session
presented also an initiative underway to establish an international research and training center
for water hazard and risk management that will address the emerging concerns and problems
brought about by water-induced disasters.
*Facilitator: Mr. V. P. Pasrija, Ministry of Home Affairs, India*Rapporteur: Mr. Emmanuel de Guzman, Consultant, Asian Disaster Reduction Center

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Viet Nam- Mr. Phetsavang Sounnalath, director of NDMO in Laos
- Mr. Tetsuya Ikeda of the Public Works Research Institute in Japan

Session summary:Water Resource Management and Flood Control in the Mekong River Delta of Viet Nam
Mr. Dang Quang Minh of the Department of Dike Management and Flood Control in Viet
Nam, described the water resource management and flood control system in the country. He
cited various government measures for mitigating the impact of floods, which included
building residential clusters, flood proof housing, embankment, shifting of crop calendar, andimproving flood release capacity, among others. He also discussed some lessons learned fromflood incidents. These included quality infrastructure investments, social and infrastructure
facilities, public awareness and participation, the poor as target group, integrated coordination
planning in lower Mekong basin, child care center model as a cost effective non-structural
measure, improvement of flood forecasting system, cooperation among concerned countries,
and the promotion and implementation of flood mitigation program. He recommended theestablishment of the Regional Flood Management Mitigation Center, a disaster self reliant fundfor poor households, application of disaster resistant building regulations, use of ICT for early
warning and information sharing, and the improvement of hydrological data sharing with
upstream countries. As regards water resource management, Mr. Dang cited the laws andordinances that comprise the legal framework and the organization and structure for water
management. He also discussed several attendant issues and problems and cited the following
needs to address them: strengthening infrastructure for regional socio-economic development;
investing in water resources infrastructures; improving master plans for water resource system,
including flood discharge; and integrated construction of local irrigation system, among others.
Flood Control and Water Resource Management in Laos
Mr. Phetsavang Sounnalath, director of NDMO in Laos, presented the various flood control
work in the country, citing prevailing government policies and the challenges at hand. The
government policy has been to minimize the detrimental impact of floods and to translate thehazards into possible benefits for the people. This policy has been exemplified in the pursuit of
improved networking among meteorological organizations, early warning dissemination,
capacity building for government agencies and communities. He cited population growth, flash
flood occurrences, inadequate funds, different donor perceptions, and the changing work
profile of NGO partners as among the concerns and challenges faced today. As regards, water
resources management, Laos is considered to benefit most from hydropower. Mr. Phetsavang
cited the existing laws and policies on water resources management and the roles and mandateof the Water Resources Coordination Committee.
Preparation for the establishment of UNESCO International Center for Water Hazard and
Risk Management
Mr. Tetsuya Ikeda of the Public Works Research Institute in Japan, discussed the initiative andefforts to establish the said center. He explained the rationale for the center, citing theincreasing trend of water-related disasters and the serious concern over climate change. In
recognition of water hazard as a major challenge at hand, the center shall undertake research,training, capacity building and information networking as integrated activities. He further
informed on the accomplishments and substantial milestones towards the establishment of thecenter.

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Open Forum:
The following issues were raised and discussed:
1) Mechanisms for sharing best practices
2) Integration of water resources management and flood control and inter-agency
coordination
3) Role of women in disaster reduction
Transfer of Live Lessons of Catastrophic Disasters.
Mr. Yoshinobu Fukasawa, deputy executive director of the Disaster Reduction and Human
Renovation Institute in Kobe, Japan, introduced the Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation
Institution, the Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial, and the Disaster Reduction Allianceestablished in Kobe, Japan. He briefly described the initiatives of the institution and activities
underway, including the transfer of live lessons of disasters, in preparation for the World
Conference on Disaster Reduction to be held in Kobe, Japan in January 2005.

Conclusion:
The presentations had described the extent flooding can be controlled and water as a natural
resource could be managed for socio-economic development. They highlighted the possible
integration of efforts on flood mitigation and water resource management for a more holistic
approach to the emerging concerns on water-induced disasters. The presentation conveyed also
the importance of enacting policies and laws governing water resource management and flood
mitigation at the country level and the coordination and collaboration among stakeholders at
various levels and among the concerned countries.

Session 3

Cambodian session “Flood Management in Cambodia”
8:00-10:40, February 5 (Thu), 2004
Cambodia has been a country in Asia that has significantly and dynamically moved forward inbuilding its national and local capacity for disaster reduction. This session was aimed atpresenting and sharing the interesting developments in the country and the current initiatives of
the national government and international organizations concerning disaster reduction. In
particular, efforts in flood management and mitigation and early warning systems would befocused on, as well as the coordination and collaboration among stakeholders in Cambodia.
*Facilitator: Mr. Ross Sovann, Advisor and Aid to the First Vice President, NCDM,
Cambodia*Rapporteur: Mr. Emmanuel de Guzman, Consultant, Asian Disaster Reduction Center*Speakers:- Mr. Peou Samy, Head of Secretariat, NCDM, Cambodia- Mr. Antony Spalton, head of delegate of IFRC Cambodia- Mr. Terje Skavdal, regional advisor of UN OCHA Kobe
- Dr. Trong Tu Dao, Mr. Veasna Bun, officers-in-charge of MRC Secretariat- Mr. Veasna Bun, Programme Officer in charge of MRC Secretariat- Mr. Hiroto Mitsugi, Deputy Resident Representative, JICA Cambodia Office- Dr. Uy Sam Ath, Director of Disaster Management Department, Cambodian Red Cross- Mr. Phoeuk Sok, Country Director of OXFAM- Ms. Rebecca Hansen, Country Director of WFP and Co-chair of UNDMT

Session summary:Cambodia’s Experience Flood 2000
H.E. Mr. Peou Samy, Head of Secretariat, NCDM, Cambodia, gave a brief overview of theflood problem in the country and discussed the experience in the floods of 2000 which had
affected 21 provinces and claimed 347 human lives, mostly children. These floods had also
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Total cost of losses was estimated at USD 157 million. H.E. cited the emergency response of thenational government, local NGOs and international organizations. He mentioned theconstraints encountered by the national government, including the inadequacy of flood
forecasting and early warning systems as well as damage and needs assessment system. Also,
the national policy on disaster management was not yet officially approved then, including thedevelopment of the NCDM. Nevertheless, the country had embarked on a post-flood capacity
building program that established the legal framework and policies for disaster management
and the development of disaster management information system and disaster preparedness andmitigation programs. H.E. concluded that disaster management is an integral part of poverty
alleviation has become an important strategy for pursuing sustainable development.
Disaster Management Coordination in Cambodia
Mr. Antony Spalton, head of delegate of IFRC Cambodia, discussed the priorities of thefederation in the country, foremost of which is the strengthening the capacity of CRC at alllevels. He mentioned the current focus on community level risk reduction and preparedness
and the advocacy mainstreaming risk reduction measures. He elaborated on the requirementsof coordination in the country and the country’s track record and accomplishments in disastermanagement. He considered the continuous capacity building efforts in the country as a major
challenge now, particularly the institutional development and strengthening of the leadershiprole of NCDM.
Training Workshops in Cambodia
Mr. Terje Skavdal, regional advisor of UN OCHA Kobe, discussed the training initiatives UN
OCHA and ADRC have jointly supported in Cambodia. He elaborated on the principles of
liability, greatest possible similarity and the lowest effective operational level, which have been
applied in the pursuit of the training activities. He mentioned the objectives of the training,
foremost of which was the provision of formal orientation to the participants on disasterdamage and needs assessments. He also mentioned the methodology applied and the outcomeof the trainings. Overall, he concluded, that the trainings were received positively and that theyshould be seen as an integral part of the process of strengthening national disaster response
mechanisms.
Flood Forecasting and Early Warning of the Mekong River Commission
Dr. Trong Tu Dao, officer-in-charge of MRC Secretariat, and Mr. Veasna Bun, Programme
Officer in charge of MRC Secretariat discussed the community flood forecast and warning
system of the MRC and the tools, methods and protocols for dissemination and use of
MRC-prepared flood information. He showed the initiatives at the community level, such as
flood mark installation and setting up of community billboards, characterized by community
participation and close partnership with American Red Cross and the Cambodian Red Cross.
JICA’s Cooperation for Disaster Prevention in Cambodia
Mr. Hiroto Mitsugi, Deputy Resident Representative, JICA Cambodia Office, presented thedisaster management activities of JICA in Cambodia and its thrust on improving social andeconomic infrastructure and the strengthening of flood and disaster response capacity in urban
areas. He cited the study on hydro-meteorological monitoring for water quantity rules in the
Mekong River Basin, the grant-aid projects and the improvement of bridges on the national
highway, among others.
Flood Response in Year 2000 by Cambodian Red Cross
Dr. Uy Sam Ath, Director of Disaster Management Department, Cambodian Red Cross,described the extent and impact of the floods in 2000 and 2002, and the disaster response
operations undertaken by CRC. He cited some lessons learned from the incidents, foremost ofwhich was the integration of disaster response and preparedness into the NCDM national plan.

Joint Oxfam Disaster Management Programme: Flood Rehabilitation Project
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project in Cambodia, including the activities on cash for work, seed and tools distribution, wells
and harvesting structures and deep tube wells, hygiene promotion, community boats, handpumps, flood proof housing and warehouse construction, among others. He also briefly
discussed the various learning points from these activities.
Partnership in Disaster Management in Cambodia
Ms. Rebecca Hansen, Country Director of WFP and Co-chair of UNDMT, described thecomposition of the team and how it contributes to disaster management in the country. For theteam’s activities and thrusts, she cited the development of joint needs assessment methodology,
improvement of coordination, use of existing forums, contingency planning, capacity building,and linking relief to disaster mitigation. She elaborated on the elements of partnership among
the UNDMT members, the achievements, lessons learned and challenges. She cited theenhancement of scenario building as priority next step.

Open Forum:
The following issues were raised and discussed:
1) Community risk communication plan
2) Local partnership for community development and disaster management
3) Role of the CRC in early warning4) Enhancement of meteorological capacity of Cambodia
5) Building the capacity of NCDM as national focal point and coordinator for disastermanagement.

Conclusion:
In concluding the session, H.E. Mr. Peou Samy, Head of Secretariat, NCDM, Cambodia, gavea brief summary of the main points and highlights of the presentations. The presentations had
shown the major developments and initiatives underway on disaster reduction in the country.
Moreover, they had effectively demonstrated the dynamic cooperation and collaboration
among stakeholders in the country, particularly towards building and enhancing national andlocal capacity for disaster reduction. The session had emphasized the importance of
coordination and collaboration in disaster reduction, especially the local community level.

2. Meeting of the ADRC Members Countries
8:00-8:30 February 6 (Fri), 2004
Venue: City Angkor Hotel, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Mr. Katsuhiko Hara, Director for Disaster Preparedness of the Cabinet Office of Japan chaired
the meeting and firstly delivered the opening remarks to the delegates of ADRC member
countries.
ADRC reported on the financial settlements for fiscal year 2002 and the budget plan for 2003 as
well we activities carried out in 2002 and the work plan for 2003, all of which were approved by
the delegates of member countries.
In the meeting, a representative of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
introduced a letter expressing the intention of U.S.A. to be an ADRC advisor country. This
statement was warmly welcomed by the delegates with applause.

Note: The United States of America officially joined ADRC as an advisor country on March
8, 2004 following the due procedures.
2-1-2-2. Outline of the 3rd International Strategy for Disaster
Reduction (ISDR) Asian Meeting
The 3rd ISDR Asian Meeting is described below.

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1) Date: February 5 (Thur) – 6 (Fri), 2004
2) Organizers: UN/ISDR, Governments of Cambodia and Japan
3) Participants: 138 (government officials from 22 member countries, representatives of 24
international and regional organizations and others)
4) Venue: Hotel City Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Panel discussion 1 “Building partnerships and networks for disaster reduction in Asia”
11:00-12:30, February 5 (Thu), 2004
Disasters are a major drain on all societies and particularly devastating for the developing
countries of the Asian Region. While the resources are limited on one hand the, hard won
achievements of years and decades are eroded very quickly on the other. Every disaster thus
pushes back the development process. Disasters are a major challenge for all countries, people
and organizations which are working towards a safer and better society.
Disaster reduction and mitigation measures can be strengthened in the Asian countries throughefficient and effective international cooperation. Keeping in view the transnational nature ofmany disasters a multi-lateral approach forging partnerships and networks combined withsharing of experiences and learning of lessons from each other is called for.

Objectives:
The objectives of the session were as follows:
1) To discuss how to build partnerships and networks for effective disaster reduction in Asia.
2) To share the methodologies and experiences of some existing partnerships and networks so
as to draw lessons from them.
3) To consolidate and enlarge the networks to promote effective and meaningful cooperation.
4) To suggest practical and concrete measures for enhancing cooperation and information
sharing along with better capacities for information management for effective disaster
reduction.
*Facilitator: Mr. Earl Kessler, Deputy Executive Director, ADPC
*Rapporteur: Dr. Le Huu Ti, Economic Affairs Officer, UN/ESCAP*Panelists:- Mr. Satoru Nishikawa, Executive Director, ADRC
- Dr. Li Tianchi, Programme Manager, ICIMOD- Mr. Akira Sasaki, Deputy Director General, IFNet- Mr. Haris Sanahuja, Programme Officer, ISDR Secretariat*Commentator: Mr. Thomas Brennan, Disaster Reduction Advisor, UNDP-Bureau for
Crisis & Prevention Recovery (Bangkok)

Summary of discussion:
1. Importance of partnership and networking
In recognizing that disaster management is a MUST for sustainable development, all panelists
confirmed that partnership and networking are absolutely necessary for effective disastermanagement, which involves multi-sectors and stakeholders. Partnership and networking
provides greater opportunities for synergy of efforts. Partnership and networking with clear
objectives may become important instruments towards sustainable development, such asconceived by the International Flood Network (IFNet) to help break the vicious circle of threatcaused by annual floods to poverty eradication and sustainable development.
2. Scope of partnership and networking
Partnership is recognized as an important instrument to influence policy makers in disastermanagement and to enhance public awareness and human psychology for better disaster
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methodologies, partnership should aim to develop and promote standardized tools andmethodologies. All panelists recognized the importance of information communication andtechnology in disaster management, partnership should provide opportunities for better accessto advanced technology, such as the Global Flood Alert System, which is expected to provide
opportunities to more countries to get access to latest achievements in rainfall monitoring andforecasts using satellites for better flood forecasts and warnings.
3. Sustaining partnership and networking
From the experiences of past and existing partnerships and networks, the panelists consideredessential that partnership and networking must be based on common interests and commitment.
Effective partnership must be guided by clear and pragmatic shared vision and linked to thenational platforms on disaster risk reduction.
4. Meeting future challenges
The meeting took note of the importance attached to partnership by the countries andinternational donor communities for disaster management in Asia such as demonstrated
through the work of ADPC, ADRC, ICIMOD, IFNet and MRC. As the socio-economic impact
of disasters continue to rise in Asia, it is important to consider partnership in that context. The
Second World Conference on Disaster Reduction to be held in Kobe will offer an opportunity tofurther development partnership and networking in Asia, it remains an important task for all todemonstrate how to address various partnership issues from now to Kobe Conference andbeyond. For this purpose, several participants recommended to promote good practices throughpartnership and networking to effective learning and to promote public awareness with clear
and detailed programmes of action.

Panel discussion 2 “Review of achievements and challenges in disaster reduction in
Asia - seeking concrete and effective measures - ”
10:30-12:30, February 6 (Fri), 2004
Since the decade of the nineties marked by IDNDR and its mid-term review, the World
Conference on Natural Disaster Reduction held in Yokohama in 1994, the international
community has undertaken increasing efforts to implement disaster mitigation and reduction
measures. In this context there has been a greater understanding of natural hazards anddisaster risks arising from them as also vulnerability reduction along with better coping
mechanisms to deal with disasters. Yet, the world is witnessing a steady increase in the number
of affected people and material losses due to natural disasters.
In view of the above there is, therefore, an urgent need to discuss, debate and understand thecauses of the trends and the emerging new challenges so as to move towards effective measuresin the 21st century. It is imperative to examine the current development practices in order todevise means and tools of appropriate investments in various facets of development.

Objectives:
The objectives of the session were as follows:
1) To discuss and review the disaster situation in Asia along with efforts made by the countries
and the international community to reduce the negative impacts of disasters.
2) To understand the underlying causes behind the trends of the increase in the number ofaffected people and material losses, increase in the intensity and frequency of extreme
events.
3) To discuss and share the best practices followed in various countries and the region andidentify better and more effective ways of their dissemination.
4) To promote a better understanding of the challenges to disaster reduction in Asia andencourage incorporation of appropriate policies in the national development process in the
countries.

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2. Establishment of Network in the Asian Region*Facilitator: Dr. Le Huu Ti, Economic Affairs Officer, UN/ESCAP*Rapporteur: Mr. Satoru Nishikawa, Executive Director, ADRC
*Panelists:- Dr. Patrick Safran, Planning and Policy Officer, ADB- Mr. Earl Kessler, Deputy Executive Director, ADPC
- Dr. Ian Wilderspin, IFRC Regional Disaster Management Coordinator forSoutheast Asia
- Mr. Chiu-ying Lam, Director of Hong Kong Observatory, Vice-President ofRegional Association II (Asia), WMO*Commentator: Mr. Thomas Brennan, Disaster Reduction Advisor, UNDP-Bureau for
Crisis & Prevention Recovery (Bangkok)
Summary of discussion:

1. Achievements since the 1994 Yokohama Conference
The panel was provided with valuable information from the facilitator on the achievements in
disaster reduction, emerging challenges to effective disaster risk management and the priority
activities at the local, national and regional levels, based on the comments in the questionnaire
distributed previously to the participants. Framework of disaster management, community
based disaster management, risk management, information management, relief and recovery
proved to be the most common achievements made in the countries in Asia. Emerging
challenges and priority areas suggested are highlighted below.

2. Investment in disaster reduction
Recognizing that disaster reduction is a must for sustainable development, the importance of“investment for disaster reduction” was shared by the panel and the floor. The recent
recognition of policy by an international banking institution provides opportunities forinvestment for “prevention”. These investments include those for the provision of relevant
information, such as the basic weather information which will enable issuance of vital“warnings with a heart” to prompt people to take responsive actions, so as to minimize humanand economic losses from disasters. It is also important to increase the understanding of people
and policy makers of the necessity to invest for disaster reduction.

3. Integration of disaster reduction in development process
The panel took note that mainstreaming disaster reduction into national development plans andpolicies must be the first step to ensure sustainable development. This would involve various
crucial measures such as the establishment of disaster management legislation and a national
disaster management committee. Identification and evaluation of risk is essential to identify
suitable measures for effective disaster prevention and mitigation. Institutionalising disasterrisk reduction programmes at the community level is equally important. It was emphasized thatthe major challenge we face is how to translate disaster reduction concepts into practice andbuild a culture of prevention throughout the region.

4. Practical tools and standardization for action
It was recognized that the development of practical tools is essential for sharing information to
encourage effective implementation of disaster reduction measures. The use of GLIDE is an
example of practical tool to ensure the effective provision and sharing of disaster information.
We also need to create standardization to widely share information. Transfer of scientificknowledge into practice is necessary so that people can use it for disaster reduction. Use ofeffective hazard maps, when they are used in an appropriate way, should increase the awarenessof community and develop its disaster preparedness, thus contributes to effective early２３2. Establishment of Network in the Asian Region

warning.

5. Urban vulnerability
Urban vulnerability in Asia is growing due to unplanned urban growth and rapid population
migration into cities. Once a disaster occurs, its direct and secondary impacts can be enormous.
Therefore, it is indispensable to incorporate measures to reduce urban vulnerability and risks to
disasters. Introduction of comprehensive approach to disaster reduction and integration ofdisaster management in the urban planning programme would be crucial to achieve sustainable
development.

6. Highlighting success stories and best practices
Highlighting success stories and best practices is vital to ensure effective implementation ofdisaster reduction strategies. It was recognized that we need to learn from success stories andbest practices in the region and should realize their positive impact.

7. Multi-sectoral and holistic approaches and “National Platforms” for disaster
reduction
We need to promote multi-sectoral and holistic approaches to disaster reduction. This can bedemonstrated by the Total Disaster Risk Management (TDRM) approach, which encourages
involving all sectors of societies and communities such as, among others, development,
agriculture, urban planning, education, media, and the academia, to apply proactive efforts fordisaster reduction. Partnerships among them should facilitate the promotion of disaster risk
reduction initiatives and the enhancement of public awareness as well as understanding ofdisaster risks. These partnerships may highlight their achievements and further voice the needfor “investment for disaster reduction “. The challenge for the development of “National
Platforms” for disaster reduction is to build this kind of proactive partnerships in each country.

Fig. 2-1-2-2 Panel discussion 2 “Review of achievements and challenges in disaster
reduction in Asia - seeking concrete and effective measures - ”

Senior policy makers panel “Evolution of disaster reduction policies in Asia”
15:30-17:00, February 6 (Fri), 2004
Disaster vulnerability is essentially a function of the way in which people interact with nature.
This takes into account the development models, practices and paradigms followed in different
countries. The key to success in disaster mitigation and prevention consists of various
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community and all other stakeholders. It is also necessary to recognize that there are many
common and overlapping issues for different interest groups in the society. Various issues andapproaches towards disaster reduction, therefore, have to be discussed in the context of theoverall development policy. In the light of these considerations, it is indispensable thatnational policies are evolved which are integrated and comprehensive and which mainstream
disaster risk reduction into national development processes.

Objectives:
The session’s objectives were as follows:1)
To discuss how to mainstream disaster reduction into national policy and developmentplan,
2)
To identify concrete measures and actions to reduce the negative impact of disasters witha view to promote a culture of prevention and preparedness,3)
To encourage and enhance partnerships for disaster reduction among various sectors
through sharing the best practices and to discuss how to implement them according to eachcountry’s situation.
*Facilitator: Mr. Anil Sinha, Senior Expert, ADRC
*Rapporteur: Mr. Haris Sanahuja, Programme Officer, ISDR Secretariat*Keynote speaker: H.E. Mr. Tatsuo Sato, Special Adviser to the Prime Minister, Senior Vice
Minister, Cabinet Office, Japan*Panelists:- H.E. Mr. Nhim Vanda, First Vice President, NCDM, Cambodia- Gen. Melchor P. Rosales, Administrator, Office of Civil Defense, Philippines- Mr. Francesco Pisano, Senior Officer, ISDR Secretariat

Summary of discussion:
Mr. Anil Sinha, facilitator of this panel, made a brief introduction to the discussion panel,setting the tone for the intervention of the panelists. Mr. Sinha highlighted that the various
issues and different approaches, which characterize the disaster risk reduction process, reflect
the cross cutting nature of this subject. Basic ingredients for disaster risk reduction include
alleviating poverty and managing the environment and natural resources. Therefore, theevolution of policies for disaster risk reduction should be discussed in the context of the overall
development policies. Mr. Sinha added that it is imperative that national policies evolve in aparticipative way, involving all stakeholders, as a mainstream policy issue in the context ofnational development processes. He pointed out that policies must evolve in order to better
address the complex scenarios that characterize modern societies. In that regard, Mr. Sinha alsostressed that disaster risk reduction processes are influenced at both local and macro-levels, andtherefore its policies should take into account both scales.
Mr. Sinha’s opening statement was followed by a keynote speech and three presentations.
Following, the main points from each panelist are presented, summarized by the rapporteur.

Keynote speech:
H.E. Mr. Tatsuo Sato, Special Adviser to the Prime Minister and Senior Vice Minister,Cabinet Office, Japan presented the experience of Japan applying the Total Disaster Risk
Management approach (TDRM) that was initiated after the catastrophic impact of the Ise-wan
Typhoon that hit Japan in 1959. He described the multi-hazard nature of Japan’s geography andthe need to address all kinds of hazards, from the aforementioned typhoon to snow avalanches.
Mr. Sato explained that the implementation of TDRM has been the main mechanism forreducing the impact as natural disasters in Japan, supporting this statement with a statisticalchart showing the disaster-related mortality figures from 1945 to date in Japan.

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The key strategic pillars for the implementation of TDRM mentioned by Mr. Sato are:a) a coordination mechanism at the highest political level; b) collaboration among stakeholders;c) public awareness; d) information, and e) investment for disaster reduction. A coordination
mechanism allows for a clear identification of roles, and is backed by high political support.
This is complemented by a Disaster Management Plan that provides a framework to advancethe disaster risk reduction agenda in the country. Collaboration among stakeholders is ensured
in order to bring together the different interests in the field. Public awareness is a focus area for
TDRM (Mr. Sato mentioned the establishment of a Disaster Reduction Day as an example).
Development of effective early warning systems and techniques as well as methodologies forrisk assessments illustrates the focus areas for information. Investments in meteorologicalfacilities and the construction of dams, with a prevention perspective, were also mentioned as
examples.
H.E. Mr. Nhim Vanda, First Vice President, NCDM, Cambodia, presented the experience of
the National Committee for Disaster Management, NCDM, as a clear example of evolution ofdisaster reduction policies in Cambodia. He also endorsed the keynote speech by Mr. Sato,
explaining that the elements of the TDRM approach followed by Japan are very relevant toadvance the disaster reduction policies in Asian countries.
He stressed that disaster management is the key for sustainable development, and has to belinked with other critical agendas, such as that of poverty reduction. Mr. Vanda highlighted that
there are enough methodologies and sufficient experience in the field of disaster management,
but what is needed is implementation. In order to achieve that, there are two main foundational
elements:
1Political commitment at all levels, with a long-term perspective. In that sense, having astrong agency as NCDM is a big step ahead.
2Partnerships provide an effective means for implementation of disaster reduction
policies. Again, Mr. Vanda highlighted the importance of NCDM in Cambodia in fostering theestablishment of partnerships around a strong institution with high political backup. The recent
collaboration between UNDMT and NCDM for the development of joint needs assessment
methodology was mentioned as a concrete example of partnerships.
Mr. Vanda explained that the main hazards affecting Cambodia are floods and droughts, andpointed out that poverty is an overriding feature of the overall vulnerability to these hazards in
Cambodia. Finally, he added that partnerships for disaster reduction become critical whentacking the trans-boundary nature of risks as exemplified by control of floods in the MekongRiver.

Panels:1. Gen. Melchor Rosales, Civil Defense Administrator and Executive Officer, National
Disaster Coordinating Council, Republic of the Philippines, presented the experience of theASEAN Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM), showing a very clear evolution of the
focus of ASEAN, from a relief to disaster reduction approach and a clear recognition of thelinks between disaster reduction and sustainable development. The ACDM embraced a regional
vision “of disaster-resilient nations, mutually assisting and complementing each other, andsharing a common bond in minimizing the adverse effects of disasters in pursuit of safer
communities and sustainable development.” This vision is reflected in ACDM’s mission thatspecifically addresses the enhancement of disaster management, prevention and mitigation, in
addition to response and recovery. Gen. Rosales underlined the components of the current
ASEAN Regional Program on Disaster Management: 1) cooperation among member countries;2) capacity building; 3) sharing of information and resources; 4) engaging external
partnerships; 5) public education, awareness and advocacy.
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reduction policies in the Philippines. The panelist identified the establishment of a legislative
framework as the first and basic step to advance disaster reduction as a policy issue within thedevelopment agenda. Such a framework should address four main aspects that are the key for
implementing disaster reduction policies: a) planning; b) programming; c) budgeting; and d)coordination. In relation to coordination, Gen. Rosales emphasized that the importance of
having a “National Disaster Management Office” to act as a “mover and shaker” for the
integration of stakeholders and sectors in the disaster reduction field. Finally, he highlighted
the need for a focus in education and awareness as primary forces for advancing the disaster
reduction agenda, including the public, government, business/commercial sectors, fromnational to local scales, as target audiences for this endeavor.
2. Mr. Francesco Pisano, Senior Officer, ISDR Secretariat, United Nations, focused on theperception of disaster reduction as a “mainstream policy issue.” In his view, this is notnecessarily the case in all relevant sectors of the international community. In that regard, heelaborated on the prevailing thinking as to how to make disaster reduction an internationallyrecognized priority. He argued that two schools of thought existed: a) one that sees theintegration of disaster reduction in meanstream policies through the channel of othermainstream activities which receive international support (poverty eradication, sustainable
development, etc); and b) one that tries to promote disaster reduction as an overarching priority
with the intended purpose of shifting some international funding towards implementing disaster
reduction measures. He argued that a mix of the both should be pursued.
The panelist stated that the main obstacles to advancing disaster reduction policies are, at the
global level, a general misapprehension of disaster reduction in the context of otherinternationally accepted priorities, and, at the national level, a relative lack of politicalcommitment combined with a lack of political responsibility. As a consequence, the issue isassigned a relative low priority level. This generates poor allocation of resources for its
implementation. To overcome this, a mentality shift is required in several areas that hesummarized as follows: “from reaction to pro-action; from hazard to vulnerability; fromprepare to respond to being prepared to prevent and relieve; from generating risk to living withrisk, etc.” Some of the main actions fronts that need particular focus on are: a) financing
disaster reduction both internationally and nationally; b) incorporating disaster reduction aspart of education curricula; c) creating appropriate legislative frameworks; d) fostering
participation and partnerships; and e) advancing research with a focus on next threats.

2-1-2-3 Photo with the Prime Minister of Cambodia

2-1-2-4. Chair Summary of the Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction
2004
The Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004 adopted the following chair summary.

Chair Summary

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The Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004, consisting of the 6th ADRC International
Meeting and the 3rd ISDR Asian Meeting, took place in Siem Reap, Cambodia on 4-6 February
2004 and was participated in by high dignitaries and officials from Cambodia and about thirty
other countries, including ADRC member countries, along with representatives of the United
Nations Inter-Agency Secretariat of the International Strategy for Disaster Reduction(UN/ISDR), representatives of various UN agencies and other international organizations. The
Conference was honoured by the address by H.E. Mr. Samdech Hun Sen, Prime Minister ofCambodia, expressing his support for disaster reduction in Asia and for the Conference
deliberations.
In addition, the 3rd ISDR Asian Meeting was co-chaired by H.E. Mr. Nhim Vanda, Senior
Minister, First Vice President of NCDM, Cambodia, and H.E. Mr. Tatsuo Sato, Special Adviser
to the Prime Minister, Senior Vice Minister of the Cabinet Office, Japan.
The conference aimed at building a framework for disaster reduction for Asia, within which
short-term and longer-term measures to reduce risk and vulnerability could be proposed,
including concrete solutions that could be incorporated into national and local policies. In
addition, this conference was held as part of a series of international, regional and thematic
events serving as preparatory consultations in view of the World Conference on Disaster
Reduction to be held in Hyogo, Japan in 2005. In this sense, this event provided a uniqueplatform to discuss and assess achievements, and identify challenges and concrete future action
for disaster reduction. Characterized by open and substantive discussions in a cordial andcooperative atmosphere, the conference ended on a positive and successful note.

1. Challenges for Disaster Reduction in Asia in the 21st Century
Based on the deliberations of the Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2003 held in Kobe,
Japan on 15-17 January 2003, it was agreed that while Asia as a region has made progress in
reducing the impact of disasters, we still face major challenges which all the countries in theregion need to reflect upon and address.
1) Urban vulnerability and disasters.
Rapid urban growth, as a result of sharp economic development, is one of the main factors
contributing to increased vulnerability to natural hazards in Asia. Unplanned urban growth
results in a generalized increase in damage in case of earthquakes, floods and otherdisasters. Recent large earthquakes in the region demonstrated that cities are highly
vulnerable to natural hazards. Sustainable development requires measures to reduce urban
vulnerability and disaster risks.
2) Adaptation to climate change.
It is necessary to understand the long-term implications of climate change and variabilities
and to mitigate their effects. The rise in average temperatures caused by global warming
has the potential of bringing greater variabilities in the number and intensity of cyclones,
typhoons and El Niño-related disasters. Sea level rise and temperature increase willaugment the risk of storm surge in islands and low-lying coastal regions and extend theliquefaction of alluvial lands in time of earthquakes. In addition, global warming is causing
glacier retreat and snow melting as well as intensity and frequency of natural hazards, suchas landslides, debris flows, and glacier lake outburst floods, and the physical andsocio-economic consequences. Experts should investigate the correlation between weather
and climate phenomena and disaster risk with a long-term view. In parallel, international
cooperation should support efforts to establish and improve early warning systems forweather and climate phenomena at national, regional, and international levels.
3) Multi-disciplinary and inter-sectoral cooperation to address emerging challenges.
To address the problems mentioned above, it is vital to strengthen cooperation among
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reduction. Considering that aspects such as poverty and environmental degradation are themain driving forces of vulnerability, it is crucial to involve actors from various fields, suchas education, media, environment, science and technology, business and finance, andsocio-economic development planning, among others. Furthermore, to strengthen
comprehensive disaster reduction capacity at the community level, it is essential to enhance
partnership among various sectors including national and local governments, and various
public and private sectors of the society.
4) Enhancement of information management capacity.
It is necessary to improve the collection, organization and dissemination of data (statistics
and other relevant data) on the human, social, economic and environmental impact ofdisasters in order to demonstrate to policy and decision makers that disaster reduction iscost effective and conducive to sustainable development. Sharing of information andnetworking among various stakeholders and role players are essential to ensure wider
involvement and greater impact in policy and decision making. Furthermore, efficientdissemination of disaster risk information and early warning contributes to effective
disaster prevention and mitigation.
A series of conferences and meetings were held after the Asian Conference on Disaster
Reduction 2003, which discussed further measures to respond to the existing challenges in Asia.
It was repeatedly emphasized throughout these events that a holistic approach to disaster
reduction is indispensable in order to face the challenges mentioned above. Countries from theregion should promote and integrate in their national planning processes comprehensive,
integrated and strategic approaches to disaster reduction, such as the Total Disaster Risk
Management (TDRM) approach, developed and promoted by ADRC and OCHA-Kobe;
Comprehensive Hazard and Risk Management (CHARM) by SOPAC; and Comprehensive
Disaster Management (CDM) by CDERA.

2. Recommendations of the Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004
The conference emphasized that the important challenges we face today concern finding
effective ways to translate disaster risk reduction concepts into practice, mainstreaming disasterrisk reduction into national development plans and policies, institutionalising disaster risk
reduction programmes at the community level, and filling in any existing gaps in the disaster
reduction cycle. Concrete measures, tools and mechanisms need to be improved to achieve thisaim. Conceptual frameworks need to yield specific programmes of action focused on people
and the actual needs of the community.
In this connection, the Government of Japan expressed its readiness to support and facilitate thedevelopment of meaningful and productive international cooperation in the field of disaster
reduction through activities such as receiving trainees, dispatching experts, and assistingdisaster reduction programmes, among others.
In order to be able to respond to the emerging issues, concerns and challenges and to address
them adequately and effectively, the conference agreed that the following actions are important.
1) Comprehensive review of national disaster management situation
The conference encouraged all countries to initiate a process for a comprehensive review ofthe existing frameworks for prevention, mitigation and response to disasters. This may bedone bearing in mind the hazards and risks to which each country is exposed and analysing
the relevant vulnerability.
2) Evolution of national policies for disaster reduction
Based on the above review and with political commitment at the highest level, countries
may initiate a process of designing an integrated national policy for disaster prevention andmitigation. This should provide a basis for the development and further strengthening of

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multi-sectoral and multi-stakeholder cooperation and collaboration and the national
mechanisms for disaster reduction. Moreover, it may be necessary to undertake a national
planning exercise involving consultation with and participation from all relevant sectors,
groups and stakeholders, with a view to mainstreaming disaster risk reduction into national
development plans and policies and the overall sustainable development process.
3) Investment in disaster reduction- Investment for disaster reduction in structural as well as non-structural measures in all
relevant sectors is essential to ensure sustainable development in the Asian region. It should
consider how to transform disasters into opportunities for sustainable development, how tomake the private sector work for the poor, and how to mobilize sustainable relief.
- In view of the fact that early detection, forecasting and warning of weather and climate
phenomena constitute a fundamental enabler of disaster reduction activities, that capability
embodied in national meteorological/hydrometeorological services should be factored into
the non-structural measures deserving national investment, as an element of infrastructuraldevelopment of countries.
- Given the critical importance of human resources in national development, investment in thedevelopment of human resources will help build local capacities for disaster reduction in all
sectors of society. Moreover, it is important that education and training for disaster risk
reduction address the emerging concerns and issues related to women and children, teachersand students in schools and colleges, and practitioners and managers at the work place.
4) Communication and information management
Effective management of disaster risk depends on a series of actions involving various
stakeholders with adequate sharing and exchange of information among them with a focus
on highlighting best practices and sharing lessons learned. Countries should endeavour toenhance information management capacity, including efficient and effective early warning
generation and dissemination, and to consider establishing disaster resource networks
involving various stakeholders. Efficient sharing of information and networking among
stakeholders and other relevant actors could facilitate and ensure wider participation andinvolvement in policy and decision making.
5) Enhancement of partnerships
Partnerships and collaboration among all stakeholders at all levels were recognized as animportant mechanism for disaster reduction. They need to involve not only national andlocal governments but also the private sector, mass media, academia, NGOs, internationaland regional organizations, among others, to facilitate the promotion of disaster risk
reduction initiatives. Cooperation with academic and scientific sectors, and UN specialised
agencies such as WMO is relevant to the study of the correlation between weather andclimate phenomena and disasters, and the development and improvement of corresponding
early-warning systems.
Partnerships formed on the basis of shared and clear cut objectives enhance andcomplement the respective capacities of sectors and organizations involved, thus
facilitating the pursuit of development the promotion of disaster risk reduction initiatives inall sectors of society and enhance public awareness and understanding of disaster risks.
This will, in the long run, facilitate increased community awareness and participation.

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This conference is part of a series of international and regional events serving as preparatory
consultations for the World Conference on Disaster Reduction to be held in Hyogo, Japan in 2005. The
World Conference is expected to mark a major milestone of global efforts towards a safer world. In this sense,
this event provided a unique platform to identify challenges and concrete future action to mitigate thenegative impact of disasters in our region and one important contribution to the World Conference.
The Conference paid tribute to the Government of the Royal Kingdom of Cambodia for their generous

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hosting of this important event.

3. Outcome of the Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004
The Asian Conference on Disaster Reduction 2004, following up to the outcome of the Asian
Conference on Disaster Reduction 2003 held in Kobe on 15-17 January 2003 and other relevant
events, further discussed and examined the status of disaster reduction in Asia with a view todeveloping guidelines for the implementation of effective disaster reduction measures for theforthcoming decade. It was emphasized that countries from the region should promote acomprehensive, integrated and strategic approach to disaster reduction, such as the Total
Disaster Risk Management (TDRM) approach, and should integrate it in their national
development process. The participants of the Conference identified the achievements made,challenges and gaps that lie in the region in developing and implementing effective disaster
reduction activities, which are described in the Chair Summary above.
This Conference was held as a contribution to the preparatory process towards the United
Nations World Conference on Disaster Reduction to be held in Kobe-Hyogo, Japan on 18-22
January 2005. The organizers are confident that this event provided a unique platform to
identify challenges and concrete future action to mitigate the negative impact of disasters, inparticular in Asia, by way of important and substantive input to the World Conference.

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Table.2-1-2-5

List of Participants
Name

Title

SectionCambodia

H.E. Mr. Samdech
HUN SEN

Prime Minister

Cambodia

H.E. Mr. Nhim
VANDA

Senior Minister
First Vice
President

Japan

H.E. Mr. Tatsuo
SATO

Special Adviser
to the Prime
Minister, SeniorVice Minister

Japan

H.E. Mr. Fumiaki
TAKAHASHI

Organization
The Royal Government of
Kingdom of Cambodia
National Committee forDisaster Management
The Royal Government of
Kingdom of Cambodia
Cabinet Office
The Government of Japan
Ambassador of Japan to
Cambodia

ADRC Member Countries
Armenia

Mr. Artur Vanush
MANUKYAN

Bangladesh

Mr. A.H.M. Shamsul
Director General
ISLAM

Cambodia

H.E. PeouSAMY

Secretary General

Cambodia

Mr. Eng HUN

Director

Cambodia

Mr. Sophal CHAN

Cambodia
China

Mr. Tharith
BUN
Mr. Zou
MING

Vice-President

Seismic Risk
Reduction

Armenian National
Surveyfor Seismic Protection

DisasterManagement
BureauMinistry of Disaster
Management and Relief

Admin Department

Vice Governor,
Siem Reap
Permanent
Secretary
Deputy Director

Admin Department
Dept. of Disasterand Social Relief
International
Project
Cooperation Dept.

China

Ms. Guan YAN

Project Officer

India

Mr. V.P. PASRIJAAssistant Director

Indonesia

Mr. Budi Atmadi
ADIPUTRO

Executive
Secretary

DisasterManagement and
IDP's

Indonesia

Mr. Sugeng
TRIUTOMO

Director for
Disaster
Mitigation

DisasterPrevention and
Mitigation

Japan

Mr. Yutaka
MIZUTA

Executive
Secretary
to Senior Vice
MinisterJapan

Mr. Katsuhiko
HARA

Director

PCDM, Siem Reap
Ministry of Civil Affairs
China National Center for
Disaster Reduction
Ministry of Home Affairs,
the Government India
The National
Coordinating Board forDisaster Management inIndonesia(BAKORNAS PBP)The National
Coordinating Board forDisaster Managementin Indonesia(BAKORNAS PBP)
Cabinet Office, theGovernment of Japan

DisasterPreparedness

３２

National Committee forDisaster Management
Ministry of Foreign
Affairs

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Japan
Japan

Mr. Masaaki
NAKAGAWA
Mr. Ryutaro
TAKAKU

Deputy Director
Second Secretary

Japan

Mr. Hiroyuki KUDO Under Director

Korea

Mr. Young-Ok JUN

Deputy Director

Korea

Mr. Sang-Yong SIN

Assistant Deputy
Director

Korea

Dr. Keum-Ho OH

Research Officer

Laos
Malaysia
Mongolia
Nepal

Mr. Phetsavang
SOUNNALATH
Mr. Abdul Hamid
Abdull Muain
Mr. Tumengerel
TSENDSUREN
Mr. Bhakta Raj
JOSHIPhilippines

Mr. Melchor P.
ROSALES

Philippines

Mr. Bernardo
Rafaelito IV
RoldanALEJANDRO

RussiaSingapore
Singapore

Ms. Svetlana L.
BANDURKINA

DisasterPreparedness

DisasterPreparedness
Bureau of Disaster
Prevention
and Preparedness
Bureau of Disaster
Prevention
and Preparedness
National Institutefor Disaster
Prevention

Director

Cabinet Office, theGovernment of Japan
Embassy of Japan to
Cambodia
Cabinet Office, theGovernment of Japan
Ministry of Government
Administration and Home
Affairs
Ministry of Government
Administration and Home
Affairs
Ministry of Government
Administration and Home
Affairs
National Disaster
Management OfficeDirector

National Security
Division

Prime Minister's Office

Coordinator

Disaster Project

Ministry of Nature andEnvironment

Chief AccountController
Administrator,
Office of Civil
Defense,
Executive Officer
National Disaster
Coordination
Council
Civil Defense
Officer IV

Senior Expert

Mr. Lim SIN PANG, Assistant
PETER
Commissioner
Ms. Chin LAI
Director
FONG

Singapore

Mr. Lui EE MIN

Rota Commander

Sri Lanka

Mr. Nimal D.
HETTIARACHCHI

Director

Thailand

Mr. Bunlue
WANGWATTANA

Director

３３

Ministry of Home Affairs

Office of Civil Defense

DisasterManagement

Office of Civil Defense

Ministry of the RussianFederation for Civil
Defense, Emergencies andInternational
Elimination of
Cooperation
Consequencesof Natural
Disasters (EMERCOM of
Russia)Singapore Civil Defense
Force
Singapore Civil Defense
Planning Dept.
Force
Singapore Civil Defense
Changi Fire Station
Force
National Disaster
Management Centre
Dept. of Disaster
Prevention and
Ministry of Interior
Mitigation

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ThailandMr. Chainarong
VASANASOMSITHIPolicy andPlanning Analyst

Uzbekistan

Mr. Rustam M.
NEMATOVICH

HeadVietnamMr. Dang Quang
MINH

ExpertDept. of Disaster
Prevention and
Mitigation
Dept. of Protect
People andTerritory
Dept. of Dike
Management andFloodand Storm Control

Ministry of Interior
Ministry of Emergency
Situations
Ministry of Agriculture
and Rural Development

Advisor Countries
Australia

Mr. Steve AlanBANKSManagerFranceMs. Claude ABILY

Premiere
Secretaire

Switzerland

Mr. Markus N.
ZIMMERMANN

Consultant

Mr. Earl KESSLER

DeputyExecutive
Director

Technical
Assistance Regional Support

Natural Disaster
Reduction

Emergency Management
Australia
AMBASSADE DE
FRANCE
Swiss Agency for
Development andCooperation

ObserverADPC

Asian Disaster
Preparedness Center

Organizations
ADB

Mr. Patrick Bernard
SAFRAN

AusAID

Mr. Jonathan
ABRAHAMS

CRC
Cambodia

Dr. Uy Sam
ATH

Strategy, Planning,
Planning andPolicy and
Policy Specialist Interagency
Relations Division
Manager
Humanitarian andEmergency
Emergencies
Response Team Section
DisasterDirector
Management
Department

Asian Development Bank

Australian AID

Cambodia Red Cross
Hanshin -Awaji Great
Earthquake Memorials
Disaster Reduction and
Human Renovation
Institution, Japan (DRI)DRI Japan

Mr. Yoshinobu
FUKASAWA

DeputyExecutive
Director

ECHO

Dr. Jose MariaECHEVARRIA

Technical
Assistant - Headof Office

ICIMOD

Mr. Tianchi LI

IFNet
Japan

Mr. AkiraSASAKI

IFRC
BangkokDr. IanWILDERSPIN

WHEM,
Programme
Manager
Deputy Director
GeneralRegional
DisasterManagement
Coordinator forSouth East Asia

３４

EuropeanCommission
Humanitarian Aid
OfficeMountain Hazard
Mitigation
IFNET/GFAS
DisasterManagement
Department

European Community
Humanitarian OfficeInternational Center for
Integrated Mountain
Development
International Flood
Network - Japan
International Federationof Red Cross and Red
Crescent Societies

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IFRC &RCS
Cambodia

Mr. Antony
SPALTON

JICA
CambodiaMr. Hiroto
MITSUGI

JICA
Cambodia

Mr. Yukihiro
KOIZUMIJICA
Cambodia

Ms. Mitsue
TAMAGAKE

ProgramAssistant

MRC
Cambodia

Dr. Trong Tu
DAO

Officerin-charge of
MRC
Secretariat

MRC
Cambodia

Mr. Veasna
BUN

Programme
Officer

NOAA USA

Mr. Richard William
PAULSON

Consultant

Oxfam GBMr. Sok PHOEUKProgramme
Coordinator

Food Management
and Mitigation
Programme
Water Resources
and Flood
Management
Humanitarian
Programme

PDC

Mr. Craig B.
CHELLIS

Director

Special Project

PWRI

Mr. Tetsuya
IKEDA

USAID
/OFDA

Ms. Mariza A
ROGERS

Humanitarian
Assistant
Development

Head ofDelegation

Official
Deputy Resident Development
Representative
Assistant toCambodia
Assistant
Infrastructure
Resident
Development toRepresentative
CambodiaInternational Federationof Red Cross and Red
Crescent Societies(Cambodia Delegation)
Japan International
Cooperation Agency,
JICA Cambodia Office
Japan International
Cooperation Agency,
JICA Cambodia Office
Japan International
Cooperation Agency,
JICA Cambodia Office
Mekong River
Commission

Hydrologic
Engineering Team
Chief Research
HydraulicEngineerEngineering
Research Group
Office of U.S.
Regional
Foreign Disaster
Advisor for Asia
Assistance

Mekong River
Commission
National Oceanic andAtmospheric
Administration
OXFAM GB
Pacific Disaster Center

Public Works ResearchInstitute
USAID, Office of U.S.
Foreign Disaster
AssistanceUN Agencies
UNDP-BCPR
Bangkok

Mr. Thomas O.
BRENNAN

Regional
Disaster
Reduction
Advisor

UNDP/Bureau for Crisis
Prevention and Recovery

UN/ESCAP

Mr. Ti Le-Huu

Economic
Affairs Officer

UN Economic and Social
Commission of Asian and
the Pacific

UNESCO
Cambodia

Mr. Galia
SAOUMA-FOREROUN OCHA

Mr. Terje
SKAVDAL

WFP/
UNDMT
Cambodia

Ms. Rebecca
HANSEN

Senior
Programme
Specialist
Regional
Disaster
Response
AdvisorCountry
Director of
WFP, Co-chairof UNDMT

３５

UNESCOUN Office for the
Coordination of
Humanitarian Affairs(OCHA), Kobe
Food Security

World Food Programme
United Nations Disaster
Management Team

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WFP

Mr. Chantheavy
KHIEU

Programme
Officer
JuniorProfessional
Officer

WFP

Ms. Mari HONJOWMO

Mr. Chiu-ying LAM

Vice President

UNDP
Cambodia

Mr. Julien
CHEVILLARD

Programme
Analyst

UN/ISDR

Mr. Francesco
PISANO

Senior Officer

UN/ISDR

Mr. Haris Eduardo
SANAHUJA

Programme
OfficerFood Security

World Food Programme

Food Security

World Food Programme

Regional
Association (Asia)
Mine Action and
Aid Coordination

World MeteorologicalOrganization
UNDP Cambodia
UN International Strategy
for Disaster Reduction
Secretariat
UN International Strategy
for Disaster Reduction
Secretariat

NCDM
NCDM
NCDM

H.E. Mr. Pon
NARITH
H.E. Mr. Hang
SAMOEUN

NCDM

Mr. So Ban HEANG

NCDM

Mr. Tess HENG

NCDM

Mr. Soth
KIMKOLMONY

NCDM

Mr. Khun SOKHA

NCDMMr. Ross SOVANN

NCDM

Mr. Chub SITHORN

NCDM

Ms. Bun VANDY

NCDM

Mr. Mao
SAOHORN

NCDM

Mr. Sotha SO

National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
Advisor Aid to
the First Vice
President

Deputy Chief
BureauAssistant ofUnder General
Secretary

National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management
National Committee forDisaster Management

Cambodia Provincial Governments*Governers of 18 Provincial Governments in Cambodia were presented at the conference.
ADRC
ADRC

Mr. Satoru
NISHIKAWA

Executive
Director

ADRC

Mr. Anil SINHA

Senior Expert

ADRC
ADRC

Mr. Emmanuel M.
DE GUZMAN
Mr. Masaru
ARAKIDA

Consultant
SeniorResearcher

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Asian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
Center

2. Establishment of Network in the Asian Region

ADRC

Mr. Tomohiko
HATORI

Mr. Tetsushi
KURITA
Ms. Etsuko
TSUNOZAKIMr. Fumiaki
YOSHIMURA

SeniorResearcher
SeniorResearcher
SeniorResearcher
SeniorResearcher
SeniorResearcher

ADRC

Mr. Takuzo ISHII

ADRC

Mr. Shingo KOCHI

Researcher

ADRC

Ms. Miki KODAMA Researcher

ADRC

Mr. Kazuyuki
YOSHINAGA

Administrative
Manager

ADRC

Ms. Aya OKUMIAssistant

ADRC

Ms. Tae
WATANABE

Assistant

ADRC
ADRC
ADRC

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Asian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
CenterAsian Disaster Reduction
Center