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The Sun
3 hours ago
- General
- The Sun
SMART's selection as Russia's SAR team mentor is a great honour
PUCHONG: The National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) has described the selection of the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) to be a mentor for Russia's RUS-03 search and rescue team as a great honour for Malaysia. NADMA director-general Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah said the six-day training, from June 15 to 20, is part of RUS-03's preparation for the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG)'s reassessment exercise. 'Russia's decision to appoint Malaysia as the mentor for the RUS-03 training is a great honour for the country, recognising the excellence demonstrated during past search and rescue missions, particularly in Myanmar and previously in Turkiye,' he said. He spoke to reporters after receiving a visit from Russia's Emergency Situations Minister, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, at the SMART headquarters today. Abdul Halim said at the same time, SMART is also undergoing the INSARAG recertification process for next year, adding that the team was first certified in 2016. 'It is no easy feat to maintain the (INSARAG) certification. I was directly involved in 2016, and now, a decade later, I have the opportunity to be part of it again. But it's even more challenging as all eyes are on Malaysia, and the expectations are higher,' he said. He said the Russian team was highly impressed by SMART's level of professionalism, determination and training approach, particularly in operational techniques and current best practices. Abdul Halim said the joint training also paved the way for collaborations, with Russia inviting Malaysia to join forces in several areas of expertise and offering opportunities for short-term training and study programmes. 'This matter will be conveyed to the Public Service Department as it aligns with the government's strategic thrust to strengthen national disaster preparedness and management,' he added.
The Star
3 hours ago
- Politics
- The Star
Nadma: Smart's selection as Russia's SAR team mentor a great honour
PUCHONG: The National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) has described the selection of the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Smart) to be a mentor for Russia's RUS-03 search and rescue team as a great honour for Malaysia. Nadma director-general Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah said the six-day training, from June 15 to 20, is part of RUS-03's preparation for the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG)'s reassessment exercise. "Russia's decision to appoint Malaysia as the mentor for the RUS-03 training is a great honour for the country, recognising the excellence demonstrated during past search and rescue missions, particularly in Myanmar and previously in Turkiye," he said. He spoke to reporters after receiving a visit from Russia's Emergency Situations Minister, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, at the Smart headquarters on Thursday (June 19). Abdul Halim said at the same time, Smart is also undergoing the INSARAG recertification process for next year, adding that the team was first certified in 2016. "It is no easy feat to maintain the (INSARAG) certification. I was directly involved in 2016, and now, a decade later, I have the opportunity to be part of it again. But it's even more challenging as all eyes are on Malaysia, and the expectations are higher," he said. He said the Russian team was highly impressed by Smart's level of professionalism, determination and training approach, particularly in operational techniques and current best practices. Abdul Halim said the joint training also paved the way for collaborations, with Russia inviting Malaysia to join forces in several areas of expertise and offering opportunities for short-term training and study programmes. "This matter will be conveyed to the Public Service Department as it aligns with the government's strategic thrust to strengthen national disaster preparedness and management," he added. – Bernama
Barnama
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Barnama
SMART's Selection As Russia's SAR Team Mentor Is A Great Honour
PUCHONG, June 19 (Bernama) -- The National Disaster Management Agency (NADMA) has described the selection of the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) to be a mentor for Russia's RUS-03 search and rescue team as a great honour for Malaysia. NADMA director-general Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah said the six-day training, from June 15 to 20, is part of RUS-03's preparation for the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG)'s reassessment exercise. 'Russia's decision to appoint Malaysia as the mentor for the RUS-03 training is a great honour for the country, recognising the excellence demonstrated during past search and rescue missions, particularly in Myanmar and previously in Turkiye,' he said. He spoke to reporters after receiving a visit from Russia's Emergency Situations Minister, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, at the SMART headquarters today. Abdul Halim said at the same time, SMART is also undergoing the INSARAG recertification process for next year, adding that the team was first certified in 2016. 'It is no easy feat to maintain the (INSARAG) certification. I was directly involved in 2016, and now, a decade later, I have the opportunity to be part of it again. But it's even more challenging as all eyes are on Malaysia, and the expectations are higher,' he said. He said the Russian team was highly impressed by SMART's level of professionalism, determination and training approach, particularly in operational techniques and current best practices. Abdul Halim said the joint training also paved the way for collaborations, with Russia inviting Malaysia to join forces in several areas of expertise and offering opportunities for short-term training and study programmes. 'This matter will be conveyed to the Public Service Department as it aligns with the government's strategic thrust to strengthen national disaster preparedness and management,' he added.
The Sun
9 hours ago
- Politics
- The Sun
Malaysia, Russia to sign MoU on disaster management
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Russia are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in disaster management this year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the MoU will serve as a practical framework for joint training, knowledge exchange and coordinated emergency response. 'As ASEAN Chair this year, Malaysia remains committed to regional leadership in disaster response,' he told a joint press conference with Russian Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters (EMERCOM) Minister, Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, here today. Ahmad Zahid, who is also the Central Disaster Management Committee chairman, said Malaysia welcomed Russia's offer of capacity-building programmes for Malaysian officers, including a specialised training course in Vladivostok this September. 'We are exploring broader collaboration, including technology transfer in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) applications for disaster monitoring,' he added. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia's National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) team was among the first to arrive in Myanmar following the recent earthquake, operating alongside international teams including EMERCOM' RUS-03. Ahmad Zahid said Malaysia and Russia agreed to conduct joint search and rescue (SAR) training between the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) and Russia's RUS-03 team. He also expressed appreciation to Russia for the offer to train Malaysia's SMART team and the invitation to allow senior officers from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia to participate in a specialised course at a leading university in St. Petersburg. Ahmad Zahid also values the inclusion of EMERCOM's cultural ensemble as part of the visit, describing it as a meaningful gesture that fosters people-to-people ties and strengthens the foundation of the long-standing bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Russia. He said EMERCOM's visit marks an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. He also expressed appreciation for the strong working relationship between Nadma and EMERCOM, particularly through regional initiatives under the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and the ASEAN Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM). Ahmad Zahid said he is looking forward to attending the upcoming international conference and the disaster management event hosted by Russia in Azerbaijan. Earlier, Ahmad Zahid received a courtesy call from Kurenkov, marking an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. Meanwhile, Kurenkov said that during the meeting, several key areas were discussed, including the professional training and education of firefighters and rescue personnel. 'EMERCOM's academies offer a wide range of programmes for international specialists, not only for firefighters and rescuers but also for medics, dog handlers and UAV operators,' he added. He also emphasised EMERCOM's interest in understanding Malaysia's modern approaches to fire and rescue training, noting the value of exchanging best practices. In addition, he said both sides are committed to improving mutual early-warning capabilities and risk communication related to natural disasters, particularly in the areas of prevention, prediction and risk management using the systems of space monitoring and distant zoning of Earth. 'In Russia, the functions are performed by the National Crisis Management Centre. Generally, our countries have big potential for further cooperation in the sphere of elimination of natural and manmade disaster consequences,' he added.
New Straits Times
10 hours ago
- Politics
- New Straits Times
Malaysia, Russia to sign MoU on disaster management cooperation this year
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia and Russia are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in disaster management this year. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said the MoU will serve as a practical framework for joint training, knowledge exchange and coordinated emergency response. "As Asean Chair this year, Malaysia remains committed to regional leadership in disaster response," he told a joint press conference with Russian Civil Defence, Emergencies and Elimination of Consequences of Natural Disasters Minister (Emercom) Colonel General Alexander Kurenkov, here today. Zahid, who is also the Central Disaster Management Committee chairman, said Malaysia welcomed Russia's offer of capacity-building programmes for Malaysian officers, including a specialised training course in Vladivostok this September. "We are exploring broader collaboration, including technology transfer in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) applications for disaster monitoring," he added. Zahid said Malaysia's National Disaster Management Agency (Nadma) team was among the first to arrive in Myanmar following the recent earthquake, operating alongside international teams including Emercom's RUS-03. He added that Malaysia and Russia agreed to conduct joint search and rescue (SAR) training between the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (Smart) and Russia's RUS-03 team. He also expressed appreciation to Russia for the offer to train Malaysia's Smart team and the invitation to allow senior officers from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia to participate in a specialised course at a leading university in St. Petersburg. Zahid also values the inclusion of Emercom's cultural ensemble as part of the visit, describing it as a meaningful gesture that fosters people-to-people ties and strengthens the foundation of the long-standing bilateral relationship between Malaysia and Russia. He said the visit marks an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. He also expressed appreciation for the strong working relationship between Nadma and Emercom, particularly through regional initiatives under the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG) and the Asean Committee on Disaster Management (ACDM). Zahid said he is looking forward to attending the upcoming international conference and the disaster management event hosted by Russia in Azerbaijan. Earlier, Zahid received a courtesy call from Kurenkov, marking an important milestone in enhancing Malaysia and Russia's cooperation in disaster management. Meanwhile, Kurenkov said that during the meeting, several key areas were discussed, including the professional training and education of firefighters and rescue personnel. "Emercom's academies offer a wide range of programmes for international specialists, not only for firefighters and rescuers but also for medics, dog handlers and UAV operators," he added. He also emphasised Emercom's interest in understanding Malaysia's modern approaches to fire and rescue training, noting the value of exchanging best practices. In addition, he said both sides are committed to improving mutual early-warning capabilities and risk communication related to natural disasters, particularly in the areas of prevention, prediction and risk management using the systems of space monitoring and distant zoning of Earth. "In Russia, the functions are performed by the National Crisis Management Centre. Generally, our countries have big potential for further cooperation in the sphere of elimination of natural and manmade disaster consequences," he added. — BERNAMA
