Senior UN official points to science as vital in managing disaster risk, promoting development
New York, Jan 27 (Just Earth News/IBNS): On the eve of the first-ever gathering of scientists to discuss disaster risk management, the head of the United Nations office tasked with synergizing disaster reduction activities emphasized on Tuesdaythe importance of government leaders and decision makers attention to the role of science in lowering the exposure to extreme disaster events and promoting sustainable development.