An Eswatini delegation attending the World Alliance for Disaster Management (WADM) recently visited Taiwan's National Fire Agency's training centre. The visit aimed to enhance the Kingdom's capacity in disaster preparedness and emergency response by learning from Taiwan's experience. The Eswatini delegation toured the training facilities and observed technologies used in disaster simulation exercises. This visit is part of Eswatini's efforts to strengthen its disaster management and emergency response capabilities.
The Eswatini representatives watched live demonstrations of rescue operations, gaining practical insight into how emergency teams in Taiwan prepare for and respond to different disaster situations. The demonstrations covered the use of technology and coordinated rescue approaches designed to improve response during emergencies. This exposure will help Eswatini adapt relevant practices in emergency management and humanitarian assistance. The visit was facilitated by the Deputy Prime Minister's Office, which is spearheading Eswatini's efforts to expand cooperation with Taiwan in disaster management.
According to Dr. Huan Chang Hsiao, Taiwan remains open to cooperation and partnerships with WADM member states at different levels. Taiwan's experience in disaster management and emergency response is considered valuable, and Eswatini is keen to learn from it. The Deputy Prime Minister's Office said potential areas of cooperation include exchange and learning programmes between the two countries and specialised training courses in Taiwan.
The visit is part of Eswatini's interest in expanding cooperation with the Republic of China (Taiwan) in disaster management and humanitarian assistance. Eswatini is looking to improve its disaster preparedness, emergency management, and resilience. The Kingdom's delegation was able to engage with Taiwanese experts and learn from their experiences in managing disaster emergencies.
The National Fire Agency's training centre is equipped with advanced technologies used in disaster simulation exercises. The Eswatini delegation was able to observe these technologies and learn from the agency's experiences in responding to different disaster situations. This knowledge will be useful in enhancing Eswatini's disaster management and emergency response capabilities.
Eswatini's efforts to strengthen its disaster management and emergency response capabilities are ongoing. The Kingdom's participation in WADM and its visit to Taiwan's National Fire Agency's training centre demonstrate its commitment to improving its disaster preparedness and response. The Deputy Prime Minister's Office said Eswatini is keen to explore more opportunities for cooperation with Taiwan in disaster management.
The cooperation between Eswatini and Taiwan in disaster management and humanitarian assistance is expected to grow. The two countries will explore potential areas of cooperation, including exchange and learning programmes, specialised training courses, and other initiatives aimed at improving disaster preparedness, emergency management, and resilience. This cooperation will enhance Eswatini's capacity to respond to disasters and emergencies effectively.
Key points
- Eswatini delegation visits Taiwan's National Fire Agency to learn from its disaster management and emergency response experiences.
- Taiwan remains open to cooperation and partnerships with WADM member states at different levels.
- Potential areas of cooperation between Eswatini and Taiwan include exchange and learning programmes and specialised training courses.
