India has taken over as the Chair of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for 2024-25.
About Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC):
- ADPC was established as an autonomous international organization in 1986.
- It focuses on cooperation and implementation of disaster risk reduction and building climate resilience in the Asia and Pacific region.
- ADPC aims for “Safer communities and sustainable development through disaster risk reduction.”
- Headquarters: Bangkok, Thailand
- Its operations cover Asia and the Pacific.
- Member Countries: Nine founding members include India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
- Governance Structure:
- Board of Trustees governs the organization.
- Executive Committee
- Advisory Council
- Regional Consultative Committee (RCC)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where is the Asian disaster Preparedness Centre located?
The Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre is located in Bangkok, Thailand.
What is Asian Disaster Preparedness Center?
The Asian Disaster Preparedness Center is an autonomous international organization focused on disaster risk reduction and building climate resilience in Asia and the Pacific region.
When was ADPC established?
ADPC was established in 1986.