Proceedings of the U. S.-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium, 16-18 Sept., 1996

This symposium was attended by 100 high-level officials & technical specialists from both nations. Discussions focused on critical policy decisions & supporting research to reduce earthquake losses. Contains the Joint Statement of Conclusions & Recommendations. Also, summary of policy issues & recommendations proposed for bilateral policy & research collaboration. The papers presented at the Symposium also are included. Contains the written text of speeches & remarks given during the symposium. Also includes the Report of the Observer Panel for the U.S.-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium. Illustrated.Proceedings of the U. S.-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium, 16-18 Sept., 1996, was published 2000 under ISBN 9780788186509 and ISBN 0788186507.