Nicosia: Nicosia is the first city in Cyprus to join the Making Cities Resilient 2030 (MCR2030) network, the Municipality of Nicosia announced in a press release. The global initiative, led by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), aims to help cities become more resilient to disasters and climate risks by 2030.
According to Cyprus News Agency, Cyprus is ranked as the 86th member country within the initiative, which includes a total of 1,677 cities participating worldwide. This membership highlights Nicosia’s dedication to enhancing disaster resilience and sustainable urban development, positioning it to tackle the challenges of the 21st century.
The Municipality of Nicosia emphasized that participation in MCR2030 provides the city with tools to improve disaster risk management. It also offers opportunities for skill development among stakeholders through training sessions, knowledge exchange, and collaborations with experts and other cities.
An educational event with international
speakers was organized by the Municipality, attracting over 120 participants. These participants shared best practices from other cities involved in the network. The Municipality concluded that with the cooperation and support of local and international bodies, Nicosia aims to continue evolving as a modern, safe, and innovative city, prepared to face future challenges.