2024 Volume 35 Issue 1 Pages 27-35
Pacific Island Countries face difficulties in recycling and waste management due to their small land areas and domestic markets. In addition, they are exposed to many natural disasters because islands are located in tropical regions and are located near plate boundaries. Coupled with vulnerable social infrastructure, these countries are exposed to high disaster risks that make it even more difficult to manage debris and the waste generated by such disasters. Since the year 2000, JICA has continuously provided technical cooperation as a means of developing greater capacity for waste management in PICs. The unique programs for island countries to learn from their respective experiences and good practices, in collaboration with international and regional organizations, have been underway for nearly a quarter of a century and they have faced many disasters during this time. These countries have overcome the challenges unique to small islands and are sharing their experiences in the region. This paper provides an overview of JICAʼs cooperation regarding disaster waste in the Pacific region and discusses issues facing the region in the future.
