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Vanuatu President fears the worst

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Vanuatu tragedy marks WCDRR opening

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Turkeys promise on school safety

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Japan backs womens leadership in DRR

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IFRC: UN recognition for Australian Red Cross disaster resilience work and private sector collaboration

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IPU President calls for a success in Sendai

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Experts seek gender-inclusive framework for disaster risk reduction

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Sasakawa finalists shape the future

Infographic on disaster impact: 56% of Japanese tsunami fatalities in 2011 were 65+; 75% of Hurricane Katrina fatalities in 2005 were 60+. Highlights need for protecting older populations.

Ageing and risk how to get it right

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