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During 13 - 16 November, the JMOD/JSDF hosted seven personnel from the Ministry of Defence Malaysia/Malaysian Armed Forces (MDM/MAF) in Japan for a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HA/DR) cooperation project visit. The MDM/MAF delegation visited JMOD headquarters, JGSDF Northern Army headquarters, and the Northern Army's 11th Brigade, where they received briefings on the JMOD/JSDF disaster response programs. The delegation also attended a HA/DR equipment exhibition/demonstration.
Additionally, the participants visited the Hokkaido Government Office and learned about the local government office's role in disaster response and HA/DR cooperation between JSDF and local governments.
MDM/MAF delegation also gave a briefing on their role in disaster response and HA/DR initiatives to improve bilateral disaster response knowledge.
Furthermore, as a part of this program, the Director for International Cooperation on Women, Peace and Security highlighted the importance of women’s participation and gender perspectives in HA/DR operations.
The visit demonstrates a commitment to improving HA/DR bilateral capabilities through this three-year project as both nations seek to strengthen the Japan-Malaysia defense relationship further.
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