Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief (HADR)
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Global Commons
Southeast Asia prepared to cope with natural disasters, survey shows
Voice of America Southeast Asia is among the world’s most disaster-prone regions, but a recent analysis shows its residents feel among the best equipped to deal with natural calamities. The survey by Gallup for the Lloyd’s Register Foundation found the 10-member Association of Southeast Asian Nations has played a key role in disaster risk reduction, with the regional approach including…
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Conflicts - Tensions
U.S.-led coalition preserves maritime security in Red Sea
FORUM Staff Houthi rebels in Yemen have indiscriminately attacked more than 70 vessels in the Red Sea since October 2023, disrupting an estimated $1 trillion in commerce on shipping lanes crucial to Asia, Europe and the Middle East. A United States-led coalition tasked with preserving maritime security in the region has repeatedly intercepted the missiles and drones targeting vessels. The…
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Free and Open Indo-Pacific/FOIP
Logistics, medical, HADR key components of RIMPAC 2024
FORUM Staff Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC), the world’s largest international maritime exercise with more than 40 ships and 25,000 personnel from 29 nations, includes its biggest humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) drill in 2024, plus symposiums on logistics and medicine. The HADR portion included 2,500 participants from nine nations — Canada, Chile, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Peru, Singapore, South…
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Armed forces initiatives improve quality of life in Indonesia’s Papua
Gusty Da Costa Indonesia’s military is enhancing infrastructure and engagement with residents in the Papua province, an isolated region at the nation’s far eastern end. The Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI) is building a major road to connect the island’s interior cities, improving educational opportunities, supporting health care services and distributing essential supplies. The TNI also had a significant presence during…
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Philippines enhancing disaster preparedness, response capabilities
Maria T. Reyes The Philippines is ramping up preparedness efforts ahead of La Niña weather conditions and other natural disaster threats. At the forefront of preparations is the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), part of the National Defense Department and the implementing arm of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council, which includes organizations tasked with ensuring the population’s…
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Free and Open Indo-Pacific/FOIP
Amphibious, maritime force leaders collaborate for Free and Open Indo-Pacific
FORUM Staff In its 10th iteration, the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) unveiled a new motto: Stronger Together. It is a reminder that regular collaboration among Allies and Partners is the foundation to respond to crises and perform at a high level to ensure a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. PALS 24 drew delegations from 24 nations to Seoul, South Korea,…
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Partnerships
Indonesia, U.S. build readiness with 30th iteration of CARAT
FORUM Staff The Indonesian and United States militaries conducted their 30th iteration of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) in May 2024. The weeklong exercise in Lampung, Indonesia, which included training at sea and on shore, was designed to enhance the partner navies’ ability to jointly respond to traditional and nontraditional maritime security challenges. Personnel rehearsed an amphibious assault that…
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HADR training, exercises with U.S. support PNG’s response to deadly landslide
FORUM Staff Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) and other emergency personnel responding to a devastating landslide incorporated techniques and expertise honed during regular training and exercises with United States military and other partner agencies. Meanwhile, aircraft and other assets from the U.S. and Indo-Pacific Allies and Partners transported disaster management experts, relief supplies and search-and-rescue equipment to the remote…
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Allies, Partners bolster PNG’s recovery efforts after devastating landslide
FORUM Staff From providing shelters and hygiene kits to deploying military assets and emergency management experts, Indo-Pacific Allies and Partners are rallying to support Papua New Guinea (PNG) after a deadly landslide. Australia announced an initial $1.7 million in humanitarian assistance for its northern neighbor, as well as support for civil society organizations leading response and recovery efforts after the…
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Across The Region
Fiji, France Agree to Expand Defense Cooperation
Fiji and France reached a defense agreement in August 2023 covering technology research, training, logistical support, and emergency and humanitarian assistance. The Status of Forces Agreement “provides a framework for cooperation and assistance through military exchanges and the sharing of expertise between the Republic of Fiji Military Force and the Defence Force of the French Republic,” the Fiji Prime Minister’s…
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