Is the Philippines Ready for the “Big One”?
Metro Manila, home to more than 10 million people and notorious for its lack of building codes, will crumble if hit by a massive quake.
IRIN
Will Pakistan Catastrophe Open Floodgates for Extremists?
Outlawed militants and pro-Taliban groups could win over the hearts of Pakistan’s disaster-stricken millions, as the government proves unreliable in the face of crisis.
DAUD KHATTAK
Pakistan Flood Relief – How to Help
The following list is re-produced from the official website of Mosharraf Zaidi, an international development expert.
MOSHARRAF ZAIDI
Bilawal Bhutto and the PPP Throne
Pakistan should focus on helping its millions of flood victims right now, instead of launching political dynasties.
KALSOOM LAKHANI
BP to Shell out $20 billion; What about Bhopal?
As BP is told to compensate for the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, where is justice for the victims of the world's worst industrial disaster in Bhopal, India?
SAJEEV K
China Landslide Victims Get Help Quick
From providing food and medical supplies to promising monetary compensation, Beijing’s response to the Zhouqu landslide disaster has been speedy.
WANG KEQIN