This joint study by EuroMeSCo provides a policy-oriented analysis of regional cooperation on natural disaster risk reduction and crisis management in the Mediterranean. The study aims to assess how climate-related and natural hazards are affecting the region and to examine how existing cooperation frameworks can be strengthened to respond to increasingly frequent and complex crises.
The study analyses key risks and vulnerabilities across Mediterranean countries, paying attention to differences in exposure, institutional capacity, and socioeconomic conditions. It explores how disasters interact with climate change, urbanisation, and political instability, and how these factors shape preparedness, response, and recovery. Particular focus is placed on cross-border coordination, civil protection mechanisms, and the role of technology, including early warning systems and information-sharing tools.
Drawing on desk research, case studies, and comparative policy analysis, the study reviews current regional and EU-level instruments for disaster risk management. It assesses their effectiveness, identifies gaps, and highlights good practices, including inclusive approaches that address the needs of vulnerable groups and local communities.
The study contributes evidence to EU and regional policy debates on disaster resilience, preparedness, and crisis response in the Mediterranean. Its findings support policymakers and practitioners in strengthening cooperation mechanisms and advancing more coordinated, inclusive, and effective approaches to disaster risk management across the region.
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