
ABU has long understood climate change and disaster risk reduction as a transnational issue, and has been a leader in ensuring that media professionals and journalists in the Asia Pacific are fully briefed on how to convey information about disaster preparedness and prevention, including early warning systems, to audiences. they.
The Eighth ABU Media Briefing on Climate Action and Disaster Prevention is planned to take place on 6 and 7 August 2024 in Bali, Indonesia. As a flagship initiative of the Asia Pacific Broadcasting Association (ABU), the event culminates as a crucial platform for fostering cooperation and dialogue among key stakeholders in climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction.
With the theme “Media Saves Lives”, this year’s summit will highlight the vital role of the media in mitigating the impacts of climate-related disasters. With climate change exacerbating the frequency and intensity of extreme weather disasters, there is an urgent need to improve early warning capabilities and improve disaster preparedness in the Asia Pacific.
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