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Morocco moves from disaster management to risk anticipation with hundreds of major projects
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Morocco moves from disaster management to risk anticipation with hundreds of major projects

From Hespress · () Arabic

Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Morocco is transitioning from disaster management to proactive risk prevention through numerous large-scale projects.
  • Between 2016 and 2025, the country is investing over $408 million in integrated natural disaster risk management and resilience programs, supported by the World Bank.
  • These initiatives aim to bolster the nation's capacity to anticipate, manage, and recover from natural disasters.

Morocco is shifting its strategy from reactive disaster management to proactive risk anticipation, undertaking hundreds of significant projects to enhance national resilience. This strategic pivot is supported by substantial international funding and a comprehensive program focused on integrated disaster risk management.

A recent report reveals that Morocco's investment in this program, between 2016 and 2025, exceeds $408 million. This funding, facilitated by the World Bank, is channeled into a multitude of projects designed to bolster the country's ability to withstand and recover from natural calamities.

The initiative underscores Morocco's commitment to a forward-thinking approach, moving beyond simply responding to disasters to actively mitigating their potential impact. By investing in infrastructure, early warning systems, and preparedness measures, the nation aims to safeguard its citizens and economy from the increasing threats posed by natural events.

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Originally published by Hespress in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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