UNIPATH STAFF
A new center in Kuwait will strengthen the region’s ability to overcome threats from natural disasters such as flash floods and sandstorms. The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Emergency Management Center will advise member countries about potential security threats, coordinate response efforts and disaster aid, and host training events.
“The GCC Disaster Management Center will work toward strengthening Gulf capacities in [disaster risk reduction],” said Abdel Aziz Hamza, director of the center. “It is important to promote the use and transfer of advanced technologies and knowledge to address disaster risk reduction and emergencies.”
The center is also charged with disseminating information to the public before and during a crisis. Hamza has proposed bolstering school curriculums with lessons on reducing the impact of disasters.