<p>The paper traces the history on the development of geotechnical engineers and describes the possible trend of future development to ensure safety of the public.</p>

<p>This paper presents important stages of geotechnical input to safeguard the public from landslide hazards.</p>

This paper presents three case studies of geotechnical failures in housing projects. These failures attributed to inadequacy in the design and platform settlement analysis.

<p>This keynote address outlines further improvement and initiatives needed in slope management and engineering practices. The proposed strategies begin with streamlining and harmonizing existing policies and legislation to provide transparent and consistent ...