(Source: IFRC - International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies) Doha 9/12/2012: With the conclusion of the 18th Conference of Parties (COP 18) in Doha, Dr. Mohammed Al-Maadheed, Head of Delegation for the International Federation of Red Cross Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) said he had seen encouraging signs during the negotiation process but reiterated the urgent need for further commitment to prevent "irreversible damage to humanity." Dr. Al Maadheed, who is the Vice President of the world's largest humanitarian network and President of the Qatar Red Crescent Society, said that governments need to invest more in preparedness and risk reduction. He said "Climate change is a...
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