HA/DR(Engineering)

in Japanese



Program Outline
Period 24 September – 8 October 2023
Location

JGSDF Engineer School/Katsuta Training Field

(Camp Katsuta, Ibaraki Prefecture)
Recipient

19 personnel from the Lao People’s Army, Engineering Battalion

From 24 September to 8 October, as part of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) defense cooperation, JMOD/JGSDF invited 19 personnel from the Lao People’s Army to Japan.

At JGSDF Engineer School and Katsuta Field Training Area in Ibaraki Prefecture, classroom lessons and practical training related to the operation of heavy engineering equipment were conducted. The training focused on improving disaster response capabilities. This included techniques for road construction.

This project contributed to strengthening the bilateral defense relationship between Japan and Laos and further cooperation on regional peace and stability.

Photos


Opening ceremony
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Education on civil engineering construction management
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Earthwork training on excavator
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Laying gravel for a new road
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Compressing pavement with motor grader
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Completion of road building exercise
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Closing Ceremony
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