Building Regional Resilience: Climate Change and Disaster Management

Climate change has become one of the defining challenges of the 21st century, with its impacts felt across every aspect of society, from livelihoods to public health, food security, and regional stability. In South and Southeast Asia, these challenges are compounded by the region’s geographical vulnerability to extreme weather events such as cyclones, floods, droughts, and rising sea levels. Disaster risks transcend national boundaries, creating a shared vulnerability that demands a collective and coordinated response.