Download or read book Proceedings of the U. S.-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium, 16-18 Sept., 1996 written by DIANE Publishing Company and published by . This book was released on 2000-07-01 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This symposium was attended by 100 high-level officials and technical specialists from both nations. Discussions focused on critical policy decisions and supporting research to reduce earthquake losses. Contains the Joint Statement of Conclusions and Recommendations. Also, summary of policy issues and recommendations proposed for bilateral policy and research collaboration. The papers presented at the Symposium also are included. Contains the written text of speeches and remarks given during the symposium. Also includes the Report of the Observer Panel for the U.S.-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium. Illustrated.