HONIARA, Solomon Islands – As the Solomon Islands commemorates the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR), the country is renewing its call for increased investment in resilience-building measures.
This year’s theme, “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters,” highlights the need for a shift in focus from disaster reaction to long-term resilience and prevention.
Speaking at the celebrations, Deputy Secretary Corporate in the Ministry of Environment, Conservation, Climate Change and Meteorology, Mr Karl Kuper, emphasised that resilience is key to the nation’s ability to stand together, recover, and move forward.
The Solomon Islands Government is committed to building resilience through its National Disaster Management Plan and the National Disaster Risk Financing Strategy 2024-2027.
These frameworks prioritise risk-informed planning, financial stability, and targeted support for vulnerable populations.
To achieve this vision, Mr Kuper issued a call to action, urging stakeholders to prioritise investments in resilience-building measures, including preparedness, early warning systems, and comprehensive risk reduction initiatives.
“By investing in resilience, the Solomon Islands can reduce the impact of disasters and climate change, and build a safer, more resilient future for its people. As the Government emphasises, “Every dollar spent on preparedness saves many more in response,” Kuper said.
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