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This is our first edition for 2012. Although we'd have liked to get to all of our readers earlier
in the year our Snapshots Editor was on a much deserved break. Well, Stephanie's back and
raring to go! Her first task: to sort through a number of 'candidates' for this edition. There's
been quite a lot happening.
One of our major commitments for 2012 is to work closely with SPREP and the UNISDR to
lead the process of developing an integrated regional strategy for DRM and Climate Change
by 2015. We've had a series of meetings with these partner organisations this year and
we're almost ready to move forward and recruit an individual to lead the preparatory work.
In addition, we have the biennial progress reviews of the Hyogo Framework for Action and
Pacific DRR and DM Framework for Action which will undertaken at regional level and as well
at national level in all 14 Pacific island countries between May and September.
As it has been every year since 2009 the Pacific Platform for DRM signifies a major commitment
in the DRP calendar for 2012. This year's meeting will be held in Noumea, New Caledonia from
17th - 21st September. As we progress over the coming months we'll provide you accounts of
our preparations.
I hope you enjoy reading this edition of Snapshots and as always if you have any queries or
helpful suggestions just drop us a line.
Mosese Sikivou
From the Managers Desk
Mosese Sikivou
IN THIS ISSUE
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Nadi Building Survey
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Opening of Palau National Emergency Operation Centre
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Ground Breaking Ceremony for Construction of National Emergency Operation Centre
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SOPAC Director signs Letter of Agreement with Fiji Government to strengthen Disaster Risk
Management
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Suva schools participate in Tsunami Evacuation Drill
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Tonga Ministry of Health staff complete internship on mosquito surveillance and control
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Smart Tool Kit Workshop
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Five representatives from the Pacific attend Training for Trainers on Damage Loss and Need
assessments in Vienna