The United Nations International Conference on Space-based Technologies for Disaster Risk Reduction is underway in Beijing this week. Aarti Holla-Maini, director of the UN Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA), expressed optimism about the growing collaboration between UNOOSA and China, identifying 2025 as a milestone year.
Speaking to CGTN, Holla-Maini emphasized the importance of space-based technologies in mitigating the impact of natural disasters. She highlighted that China\u0027s advancements in space technology offer significant opportunities for global disaster risk reduction efforts.
\\"Our cooperation with China is entering a new phase,\\" she said. \\"By 2025, we aim to achieve remarkable progress in utilizing space-based solutions to enhance resilience and save lives worldwide.\\"
The conference brings together international experts, policymakers, and industry leaders to explore innovative strategies for disaster preparedness and response. China\u0027s hosting of the event underscores its commitment to international cooperation in this critical field.
Participants are expected to discuss topics ranging from satellite communication systems to remote sensing technologies, focusing on their applications in disaster-prone regions. The collaboration aims to harness the potential of space-based assets to provide timely information and support to affected communities.
\\"Disaster risk reduction is a global challenge that requires collective action,\\" Holla-Maini added. \\"Through partnerships like ours with China, we can leverage technology to build a safer and more resilient future for all.\\"
The year 2025 marks significant milestones in several international agendas, including the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction and the Sustainable Development Goals. The enhanced cooperation between UNOOSA and China is poised to contribute substantially to these global objectives.
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