The city of Salalah in Oman has been recognized as a Resilience Hub under the Making Cities Resilient 2030 program, a designation officials say highlights the city’s growing role in advancing disaster preparedness and sustainable urban development across the Arab region.
The recognition was announced by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction, which said the move reflects a shift from planning to implementation, with cities increasingly delivering concrete measures to strengthen resilience against natural and climate-related risks.
In a statement, Sandra Amlang, head of the agency’s regional office for Arab states, described the designation as more than a milestone for Salalah, calling it a signal of leadership and ambition across the region. She said the city’s progress demonstrates how strong local leadership, supported by national strategies and international cooperation, can translate resilience planning into measurable outcomes on the ground.
Officials noted that Salalah’s recognition comes as Oman prepares to host the Arab Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction in 2027, a major regional gathering expected to bring together governments, experts and international organizations to coordinate efforts to reduce disaster risks and strengthen community preparedness.
According to UNDRR, cities play a central role in building resilience to disasters and climate change, and initiatives such as MCR2030 are designed to support municipalities in improving infrastructure, risk management and emergency response systems while promoting sustainable development.
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