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This report summarizes a two-part analysis of survey data from 199 households in the RMI about their past migrations and expectations to migrate in the future. The report opens with a summary of the findings, and recommendations for policymakers.
New US$30 million project will improve climate resilience and safety of densely populated urban areas in the country.
World Bank, the
Cover of the IDMC report: people and a dog walking on a tropical coast
This technical paper presents the initial assessment results of the risk of displacement associated with disasters and climate change in the Marshall Islands.
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Pacific Risk Profile is a snapshot of climate and disaster risk information that is collected from credible open data sources. It is intended to provide DFAT program managers and implementing partners with easy access to essential risk information.
Jointly produced by the Government of the Republic of Marshall Islands and the World Bank, this report provides alarming visual projections and adaptation options to assist the country amid rising sea levels and inundation in the next century.
World Bank, the
Large parts of Pacific country’s capital would be permanently flooded and islands would disappear, according to new projections
Guardian, the (UK)
Women in healthcare graphic
Women play a critical leadership role in the provision of healthcare across the Asia-Pacific Region, including during disasters. They are working to build more resilient health systems and helping transform the way healthcare is provided.
United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction - Regional Office for Asia and Pacific
This legal study is part of a wider project which aims to strengthen the capacity of selected Pacific atoll island countries to cope with the long-term adverse impacts of climate change and boost their resilience.

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