Adding sectors or strengthening ties? Adaptive strategies for cross-sector collaboration in disaster governance
研究中国天津和重庆应对内涝的跨部门协作，发现两地呈现层级与网络混合治理，天津以公共部门协作为主，重庆需加强公私部门联系以提升效率。
This article examines the role of cross-sectoral collaboration in disaster management, specifically in waterlogging mitigation in Tianjin and Chongqing, China. Utilizing complex adaptive systems (CAS) theory, content analysis, and social network analysis (SNA), it finds both cities display hybrid forms of hierarchical and network governance in their collaboration efforts. Tianjin’s collaboration is primarily among public sectors, whereas Chongqing should enhance public-private sector ties to boost collaboration effectiveness. The study highlights the significance of adapting collaboration strategies to enhance disaster management efficiency, offering insights into overcoming collaboration challenges and improving governance dynamics in disaster situations.