"The idea was that the military was needed to beat the virus into retreat. However, if I, as someone on the ground, were asked to make a comment, I would address the international community. I'd tell them that fear can provoke a strong reaction, which will in turn free up enormous resources and placate public opinion. But the outcome will not necessarily be the best in the long run. True solidarity is meant to be durable. And in that respect, if I may offer the international community a further piece of advice, I would ask them to investigate how the aid payments were managed. Have the infrastructure rehabilitation projects actually been implemented? Has staff training been effective? Are we better prepared if disaster strikes again, or has everything fallen into oblivion already, crowded out by the thick bustle of our days? (IX)"
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