International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction
On the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, the D-8 joins the international community in reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives, livelihoods and development gains from the devastating impacts of disasters and climate-related risks.
Across the nine D-8 Member States, diverse yet interconnected disaster risks underscore the urgent need to strengthen preparedness, reduce vulnerabilities and build resilience.
This year’s theme, “Resilience Starts at Home,” reminds us that safer homes, resilient communities and stronger institutions are the foundations of effective disaster risk reduction.
In line with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015–2030, the D-8 emphasizes the importance of investing in inclusive early warning systems, resilient infrastructure, risk-informed development, climate adaptation and international cooperation.
Building on the outcomes of the First D-8 Ministerial Meeting on Environment, held in July 2026, including efforts towards a D-8 Adaptation Action Framework (2026–2030), and looking ahead to COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, the D-8 Organization seeks to strengthen collective action through knowledge-sharing, capacity-building and sustainable solutions.
The proposed D-8 Energy and Climate Center in Azerbaijan offers further potential to advance these shared priorities.