From Risk to Resilience: Cities on the Frontline | SDG Media Zone | United Nations

As hazards become more frequent, complex and interconnected, cities face growing risks driven by climate change, rapid urbanization, population growth and development patterns that place people and assets in harm’s way. Extreme heat, flooding, earthquakes, technological disruptions and other hazards threaten lives, infrastructure and development gains. Ahead of the 2026 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction under the theme “Resilience Starts at Home”, this session poses an urgent question: are our cities built to protect people where they live? With SDGs 6, 9 and 11 under review, this discussion highlights why investing in resilient cities is essential to safeguard communities and sustain progress. Speakers: - Mr. Kamal Kishore, SRSG for Disaster Risk Reduction and Head of UNDRR - Dr. Esam Halawani, Decision Support Center Director, Al Madina Region Development Authority Moderator: Ms. Elaine Reyes, News Anchor, UN Insider & Americas Now (CGTN America)


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