World Risks 2024: New strategies for a crisis -plagued world

World Risks 2024: New strategies for a crisis -plagued world

world risk 2024: Need for innovative approach methods in times of crisis

In the context of growing global uncertainties, the new world risk overview 2024, published by Bündnis Development helps (Beh) and the Institute for Peace Security Law and Humanitarian International Law (IFHV) of the Ruhr University Bochum, gave alarming insights into the worldwide crisis situation. The core message: The world is faced with a complex interplay of crises that requires novel solutions in crisis prevention.

The dynamic challenges of the present

The current crises not only include climate change, but also geopolitical tensions and new health problems such as polio and MPOX. These crises are intertwined and affect the most vulnerable regions in the world. The managing director of Beh, Dr. Ilona Auer Frege, sums it up: "Our conventional methods for coping with crisis are not enough." A rethink is necessary to meet the changing threats.

Risk analyzes in the global context

The World Risk Index 2024 is a central element of the report that evaluates the disaster risk for 193 countries and thus covers over 99 percent of the world's population. While many countries of America and Asia are among the classic risk spots, the analysis shows that the risk is increasingly overturning to countries with a high degree of climatic sensitivity and social vulnerability. Germany has improved slightly and now occupies the 98th place with a risk index of 4.1, which indicates an existing risk normal in global midfield.

linking of conflicts and natural disasters

The realization is particularly explosive that not only extreme weather events, but also long -lasting conflicts contribute to tightening risk profiles in different regions. Areas in Central and North Africa and South Asia are severely affected, where the existing conflicts strongly influence the risk assessment. This knowledge raises new questions about the existing emergency strategies.

call for action

The publication of the report on September 9, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. on the website www.weltrisikobericht.de is a call for reflection and reorientation. Dr. Katrin Radtke, scientific director of the report, emphasizes that integrated approaches in disaster risk management are necessary to counter the challenges of multiple crises. An immediate need for action is given both for the affected countries and the international community.

conclusion

Overall, the new world risk in 2024 not only stands for the inventory of global risks, but also for an urgent need for innovative solutions. In view of the complexity and the close linking of the crises, it is essential that governments, institutions and civil society work together to develop robust strategies that meet both current and future challenges. The avoidance of disasters requires global solidarity and creative approaches that go beyond the previous paradigms.