The WorldRiskReport

The WorldRiskReport 2025 presents the WorldRiskIndex, which assesses disaster risk across 193 countries by combining exposure to natural hazards with societal vulnerability. The report identifies Asia, Africa, and the Americas as global risk hotspots, with the Philippines, India, and Indonesia ranking highest in overall risk. This edition focuses on flood risk, emphasizing that it is driven not only by climate change and extreme weather but also by urbanization, land degradation, and weak governance. Case studies from South Sudan, Madagascar, Kenya, Indonesia, and Bangladesh illustrate how community-based approaches and indigenous knowledge enhance resilience. Additionally, the report warns of a growing crisis in humanitarian data availability, calling for sustained global cooperation and investment in early warning systems and inclusive disaster preparedness.