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The International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI) 2025, held in Nice, France, focused on enhancing infrastructure resilience in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). With 220 delegates from 52 countries, the event emphasized leadership, finance, and technology.
Key outcomes included a Call to Action with ten concrete steps, such as launching the SIDS Global Data Hub 2.0, developing modular design codes, and embedding resilience units in finance ministries. Discussions highlighted the need for adaptive governance, inclusive early warning systems, and innovative financing mechanisms. CDRI is committed to advancing these goals through partnerships, technical assistance, and global advocacy.
The conference aligned with global frameworks like the Sendai Framework and COP30, aiming to shift from reactive aid to anticipatory resilience and ensure sustainable development for vulnerable island nations.
Key points
- SIDS face rising climate risks threatening critical infrastructure and economies.
- ICDRI 2025 emphasized leadership, finance, and technology for resilient infrastructure.
- Ten actions proposed, including data hubs, design codes, and finance.
- Resilience requires local capacity, inclusive governance, and adaptive infrastructure standards.
- Financing must reflect real vulnerabilities, not just income-based classifications.
- CDRI is committed to global advocacy, partnerships, and technical support initiatives.
