The 14th Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM14) convened in the region to tackle disaster risk issues.

Policymakers, development partners, private sector leaders, and technical experts are addressing resilience challenges that threaten the Caribbean's future. The conference aims to enhance regional preparedness against natural disasters, which have become increasingly severe due to climate change.

The meeting focuses on improving disaster management strategies to protect lives and infrastructure in the face of growing threats.

Long-term vulnerability remains high as climate change intensifies extreme weather events, posing ongoing risks to coastal communities and critical infrastructure.

Can local infrastructure withstand future compounding shocks?

The conference's discussions highlight the urgent need for robust disaster preparedness plans. Infrastructure improvements are crucial to mitigate damage from severe storms and rising sea levels. Without significant investment, future disasters could devastate the region.

Investment in resilient infrastructure is critical.