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Barnama
6 days ago
- General
- Barnama
'We Can't Forget 2021': Indonesia's West Sulawesi Prepares For The Next Big Quake
A disaster response simulation in the form of a Tabletop Exercise (TTX) and Command Post Exercise (CPX) was conducted in West Sulawesi Province, focusing on earthquake response, in Mamuju, West Sulawesi, on Monday. -- Photo credit: BNPB By Mohd Iswandi Kasan Anuar JAKARTA, June 17 (Bernama) -- The devastation of January 16, 2021, still lingers in West Sulawesi, when a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck before dawn, killing 105 people, injuring thousands, and causing widespread destruction across the province. Four years later, local officials, emergency responders and community members returned to the epicentre on Monday not to mourn the tragedy of the past, but to prepare for the possibility of it happening again. bootstrap slideshow In a large-scale simulation, the province tested its emergency response to a modelled 7.5-magnitude earthquake striking the coastal districts of Majene and Mamuju, with a scenario projecting over 1,000 fatalities and 200,000 displaced residents. Coordinated by Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), the exercise brought together government officials, military and police units, humanitarian organisations, and local communities in a test of speed, coordination and resilience. BNPB senior trainer Apriyuanda G. Bayu Pradana stated that the activities, which included a tabletop exercise and a command post simulation, were designed to strengthen coordination between agencies within the emergency command system. 'Ultimately, we aim to generate recommendations to improve policy and emergency planning,' he said in a statement. West Sulawesi lies along the seismically active Mamuju thrust fault and remains at high risk of major earthquakes and tsunamis. Acting provincial secretary Herdin Ismail said the drill reflected the joint commitment of BNPB and the provincial government to cultivate a culture of disaster awareness and strengthen local preparedness as the frontline in disaster management.
Time of India
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Indian Army participates in opening ceremony of exercise 'Khaan Quest 2025' in Mongolia
A contingent of the Indian Army took part in the opening ceremony of Exercise Khaan Quest 2025 , a multinational military exercise being hosted by Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar from June 14 to June 28. "The #IndianArmy contingent participated in the Opening Ceremony of Exercise #KhaanQuest 2025, being hosted in #Ulaanbatar, #Mongolia from 14 to 28 June 2025. The ceremony was inaugurated by Major General Ganbyamba Sunrev, Chief of General Staff of the Mongolian Armed Forces," said the Indian Army in a post on X. "Defence Secretary of India, Ambassador of India to Mongolia and Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, Director General Operational Logistics & Strategic Management (DG OL & SM) also attended the opening ceremony," added the post. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Don't Miss The Top Packaging Trends Of 2024, Enhnace Your Brand With The Latest Insights Packaging Machines | Search Ads Search Now "#IndianArmy remains steadfast in its commitment to global peace, stability and international cooperation and also continues to play an active & constructive role in advancing United Nations peacekeeping efforts around the world," added the statement further. The Indian contingent, comprising 40 personnel, is primarily represented by troops from a battalion of the Kumaon Regiment, along with members from other arms and services. Notably, the team includes one-woman officer and two women soldiers, reflecting the Indian Army's commitment to gender inclusivity. Live Events The exercise marks the 22nd iteration of Khaan Quest, which began as a bilateral event between the United States and Mongolian Armed Forces in 2003 and evolved into a multinational peacekeeping exercise from 2006 onwards. The previous edition was held in Mongolia from July 27 to August 9, 2024. The primary objective of Exercise Khaan Quest is to prepare the Indian Armed Forces for peacekeeping missions in a multinational environment, enhancing interoperability and military readiness under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter. The training will emphasise high levels of physical fitness, joint planning, and tactical drills. Participants will engage in practical exercises, including the establishment of static and mobile checkpoints, cordon and search operations, patrolling, evacuation of civilians from hostile areas, counter-improvised explosive device drills, combat first aid, and casualty evacuation. The exercise is expected to facilitate the exchange of best practices in tactics, techniques, and procedures for joint operations among participating nations. It will also promote interoperability, camaraderie, and a spirit of cooperation among the soldiers involved. The Indian Army's participation underscores its growing role in global peacekeeping efforts and its commitment to strengthening ties with international military forces.
India Gazette
28-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Mongolian army delegation visits Shatrujeet Brigade, enhancing India-Mongolia bilateral defence cooperation ties
Agra (Uttar Pradesh) [India], May 28 (ANI): A 19-member delegation from the Mongolian Army, led by Brigadier General Ontsgoibayar Lkhamjii, visited the Indian Army's Shatrujeet Brigade to gain firsthand insight into the professional aspects of airborne troops. This visit marked a key step in strengthening India-Mongolia defence cooperation. In a post on X, SuryaCommand IA wrote,' Mongolian Delegation Visits Shatrujeet Brigade. A 19-member Mongolian Army delegation, headed by Brigadier General Ontsgoibayar Lkhamjii, visited the Shatrujeet Brigade. The delegation was given firsthand insight into the professional aspects of Airborne troops, a significant step in bolstering India-Mongolia bilateral defence cooperation.' The two armies had earlier engaged in a field exercise called Nomadic Elephant held in July 2024. The exercise is conducted on an annual basis. The Indian contingent, comprising 45 personnel, was represented by a battalion of SIKKIM SCOUTS and personnel from other arms and services. The Mongolian contingent was represented by personnel from the 150 Quick Reaction Force Battalion of the Mongolian Army. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT was an annual training event conducted alternately in India and Mongolia. As per the MoD statement, the exercise aimed to enhance the joint military capability of both sides to undertake counter-insurgency operations in a sub-conventional scenario under Chapter VII of the United Nations Mandate. The exercise focused on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain. Tactical drills during the exercise included responding to a terrorist action, establishing a joint command post, establishing an intelligence and surveillance centre, securing a helipad/landing site, small team insertion and extraction, special heliborne operations, cordon and search operations, and the employment of drones and counter-drone systems, among other things. Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT enabled both sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques, and procedures for conducting joint operations. The exercise also facilitated the development of interoperability, bonhomie, and camaraderie between the two armies. It further enhanced the level of defence cooperation, augmenting bilateral relations between the two friendly nations. (ANI)
Maroc
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Maroc
21st 'African Lion' Exercise Kicks off in Agadir
In accordance with the High Instructions of HM the King, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), the FAR and the U.S. Armed Forces are jointly hosting the 21st edition of the 'African Lion' Exercise, which runs until May 23. An opening ceremony was held, on Monday 12 May , at the South Zone Headquarters in Agadir, marking the official launch of this multinational joint exercise, attended by representatives from the participating countries. Co-chaired by Major General Mohammed Benlouali, Chief of Staff of the South Zone, and Brigadier General Daniel Cederman, Deputy Commander of SETAF-AFRICA, the ceremony included a presentation of the command post simulation scenario and the related activities planned as part of this 21st edition. Speaking on this occasion, Major General Mohammed Benlouali underlined that the 21st edition of Exercise "African Lion" reflects the strength of the partnership and the spirit of cooperation uniting the FAR, the United States Armed Forces, and the brotherly and friendly countries taking part in this Exercise. This reinforced partnership, he added, has contributed to the development of skills across the various activities scheduled throughout the previous editions of the Exercise. For his part, Brigadier General Daniel Cederman emphasized that African Lion is "a truly remarkable event which attests to the significant value of this training and to the growing strength of our partnerships." "The Kingdom of Morocco's commitment to African Lion demonstrates the strength of our alliance," he stressed, noting that "each of us is committed to promoting peace, prosperity, and security in the region and across the world." The activities planned within the framework of this Exercise include training in several operational areas, planning exercises for the benefit of participating personnel, and Nuclear, Radiological, Biological, and Chemical decontamination operations, in addition to joint maneuvers. The 21st edition of Exercise "African Lion" will also include parallel humanitarian and social actions. Scheduled to take place in the regions of Agadir, Tan-Tan, Tiznit, Kenitra, Benguerir, and Tifnit, the Exercise aims to strengthen military cooperation between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States of America, develop interoperability, and enhance response capabilities in a multinational context, thereby contributing to the promotion of peace, security, and stability in the region. (MAP: 13 May 2025)
United News of India
08-05-2025
- Business
- United News of India
Quad partners hold tabletop exercise to strengthen civilian disaster response in Indo-Pacific
New Delhi, May 8 (UNI) The Quad partners -- Australia, India, Japan and the US -- convened at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii for a Tabletop Exercise, a simulation to launch the Quad Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN). The tabletop exercise was held from April 28 to May 2. IPLN is an initiative that enables Quad partners to leverage shared logistics capabilities in the Indo-Pacific to support civilian response to natural disasters more rapidly and efficiently across the region, a statement said. Together with the Indo-Pacific Partnership for Maritime Domain Awareness, the IPLN reflects the Quad's commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific and highlights the value of strengthening practical cooperation to address regional challenges. The MEA spokesperson said in a post on X: 'To take forward the Quad's vision of leveraging shared logistics capabilities to strengthen civilian disaster response in the Indo-Pacific, India, Australia, Japan and the US held a Tabletop Exercise (TTX) in Hawaii from 28 Apr–2 May 2025." UNI RN
