Given the fact that economic impact analysis of natural disasters is an imperfect science, the proposed initiative will formulate a super-structural macro-econometric model that would not only quantify the potential losses in various economic sectors, but also prescribe optimal policy mix for ensuring effective reallocation of available resources in the economy.

Devise a methodology;
-for the systematic and consistent collection of data and assessment of the damage caused to housing, buildings, infrastructure, the environment and social and economic systems.
-for long term economic modeling based on the financial losses derived from damages identified.
Deliver a comprehensive training package targeted at building the capacity of key specialists from selected priority countries, and deliver the training at regional and national levels.

1. Methodology for Pre disaster loss estimation
2. Training package
3. Training of Trainers

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