Modifying The Losses Flashcards
1
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Aid
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Emergency, short term, or long term aid work to help a country recover and rebuild
E.g. Some countries reluctant to give Haiti financial aid for worry of corruption, so rebuilding etc… delayed
E.g. UK gov gave Turkey £5 million aid in 2023 earthquakes
2
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Insurance
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Helps communities recover by providing individuals/ businesses with money.
In HICs, govermants and insurance companies work together to provide insurance for economic loss.
3
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NGOs
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Haiti 2010 earthquake NGOs e.g. UNICEFF provide help and rescue efforts.
May remain in a country for years helping rebuild their resilience.
