A delegation of the Chinese Embassy in Islamabad, led by H.E. Mr. Shi Yuanqiang, Chargé d’Affaires, visited the National Emergencies Operations Center (NEOC) at NDMA Headquarters today.
Pak NDMA team provided a detailed overview of relief and response activities in affected regions during current monsoon. Chairman NDMA, Lt General Inam Haider Malik highlighted the coordinated efforts with Provincial Governments and relevant Provincial Disaster Management Authorities(PDMAs), rescue & evacuation efforts as well as timely assistance under Prime Minister Relief Assistance. Representatives from other NDMA wings outlined the capacity of National Emergencies Operation Center including development of Disaster Early Warning (DEW), risk communication, anticipatory actions, local simulation exercises and engagement of relevant stakeholders for implementation of global best practices.
His Excellency Mr. Shi Yuanqiang commended NDMA’s proactive measures in mitigating monsoon impacts, describing them as essential for protecting lives, livelihoods and enhancing Pakistan’s resilience to climate challenges.
He also expressed condolences for lives lost during floods and affirmed the cooperation with Government of Pakistan for flood affected areas.