Effective disaster risk governance saves lives, UN highlights on World Tsunami Awareness Day

Top UN officials have underscored the importance of continuous risk assessment and preparedness to safeguard coastal communities worldwide from the disastrous impact of tsunamis, marking World Tsunami Awareness Day on Thursday.

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