DENR chief recognizes media as crucial partner in building resilience vs natural disasters

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00:00If disaster risk reduction is a no-win situation gamble,

00:03then the Philippines has been at the top of the heap in the Asian continent

00:07in cutting losses from calamities worsened by climate change.

00:11And in today's kickoff of the Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction,

00:17despite glowing remarks from the UN DRR chief

00:20hailing the country's outstanding and people-centric disaster risk reduction approach,

00:25the president called for reinforced partnerships between all countries and stakeholders

00:30for even more effective mitigation and management of disaster risks linked to climate change

00:36as our Benji Durango reports.

00:40The media is a vital partner on this resilience journey.

00:44The media has been hailed as a crucial partner in building resilience against natural disasters.

00:49This sentiment was echoed at the opening of the five-day 2024 Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference for Disaster Risk Reduction.

00:57Secretary Loizaga emphasized the significant role of the media

01:00in raising awareness about disaster preparedness and response.

01:04The work you do, whether in print, broadcast, or digital media,

01:08will shape the global conversation around disaster risk reduction.

01:12Defense Secretary Chodoro also urged media outlets to closely follow conference proceedings

01:17and to disseminate key takeaways to the public.

01:20I encourage our media partners to pay special attention to the discussions in the conference

01:29and their coverage will ensure our resonance of the messages and the key points that we agree upon.

01:40Communication Secretary Cesar Chavez also sent a message reminding the media to maintain responsible reporting

01:46which will serve as a guide for the government in responding to any calamity.

01:50He thanked the UNDRR for recognizing the country's efforts in promoting regional responsibility.

01:56We extend our special thanks to the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction

02:01for recognizing our capability to take on this responsibility

02:06and acknowledging our leadership in disaster risk and reduction.

02:11The Philippines, as a member of UNDRR, has been recognized as a watchtower

02:15in the Asia-Pacific region for its leadership in disaster risk reduction.

02:20One of the key topics of discussion at the conference is the disproportionate impact of disasters on women.

02:26The need to address gender equality in disaster-prone areas is becoming increasingly urgent.

02:31With thousands of delegates expected to attend the conference,

02:34authorities have implemented a stringent security measure.

02:37The Philippine National Police has deployed 4,800 personnel to secure the venues

02:42and has temporarily suspended all Bermudes to carry firearms in the National Capital Region.

02:47Benji Durango, from the National TV, for a new and better Philippines.

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