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4 CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Pages 29-34

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... · The Symposium identified a promising list of topics for cooperation. · The Symposium prompted high-level support from FEMA Director Witt and Minister Suzuki for expanded research and cooperation in the United States and Japan.
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From page 30...
... The pane} suggests that the Symposium papers, together with the discussion in this report, could serve as a starting point for that effort. STRATEGIC PLANNING After relevant policy issues are identified, specific measurable goals need to be established for all aspects of collaboration between the United States and Japan, including the transfer of research results to practical applications.
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From page 31...
... Having a consistent framework to measure progress should be given priority because it will lead to better policy and management decisions by government agencies and private corporations in both countries. EXPANDED DIALOGUE The United States-Japan Earthquake Policy Symposium was valuable because it provided an opportunity for open communication among a wide range of professionals.
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From page 32...
... Strategic planning will also play an important role in integrating these smaller-scale efforts into the broader goals of the Common Agenda. LIAISON CONTACT To coordinate collaboration across the private sector, federal, state, and local agencies, and university researchers, there is a need for a United States liaison to serve as a single point of contact to facilitate the exchange of people, information, and resources.
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... To this end, there should be consideration of a proposal made by Congressman George Brown in one of the plenary sessions of the Symposium: that United States earthquake programs could be funded from a trust fund created by a levy on earthquake insurance policies.
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