The Asia-Pacific region contains a diverse array of cultures,
environments, and societies. One of the fastest growing economic
regions in the world, it is also the most disaster-prone. While
natural disasters affect the region frequently, as this region
continues along its path of development, regional partnerships
will be essential in developing the capacities of countries to
reduce risk and vulnerability, and to respond to disasters. UN
Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs: To learn
more about OCHA's activities, please visit http://unocha.org/.