The Philippines is set to host the Asia-Pacific ministerial conference on disaster risk reduction or APMCDRR next year, according to the Climate Change Commission.

The CCC noted that the APMCDRR will serve as the primary regional platform where global leaders convene to identify solutions to disaster risk issues and promote coordination and cooperation on the implementation of the Sendai Framework in Asia and the Pacific.

It is scheduled to be conducted from 14 to 17 October 2024 here in Manila.

Hence, CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje expressed full support for the country's hosting role in the promotion of disaster risk reduction management on the global scene.

"The APMCDRR places the Philippines firmly at the locus of regional and global convergent action on climate change, disasters, and biodiversity loss through improved governance and strengthened collaboration toward resilience," said Borje, during the sidelines of the country's launching of APMCDRR, which also coincided with the observation of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction last 14 October.

The inauguration was attended and graced by Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Disaster Risk Reduction Mami Mizutori, Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr., and Environment Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo Loyzaga.

Key representatives from the national government agencies, the private sector, and development partners have signed a partnership agreement on the promotion of the Asia-Pacific's disaster risk reduction conference.

The CCC, as one of the member agencies for the 2024 APMCDRR Inter-Agency Committee, said it recognizes the importance of pushing this conference, especially in the context of the escalating climate crisis.

he CCC said it has actively participated in the Disaster Risk Reduction and Resilience Exhibit (Market Place), which was held as part of the 10th Top Leaders Forum.

The CCC's booth, which showcased local climate resilience initiatives during the exhibit, was explored mostly by students.