Context:
Recently, India has taken over as the Chair of Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for 2024-25.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC)
Overview:
- Established: 1986
- Type: Autonomous international organization
- Headquarters: Bangkok, Thailand
- Geographical Scope: Asia and the Pacific region
- Vision: “Safer communities and sustainable development through disaster risk reduction”
Mission and Objectives:
- Purpose: ADPC aims to foster cooperation and implement strategies for disaster risk reduction and climate resilience across Asia and the Pacific.
- Focus Areas: Disaster risk reduction, climate resilience, and sustainable development.
Governance:
- Governing Bodies: The ADPC Charter outlines the governance structure, which includes:
- Board of Trustees: The primary governing body responsible for overall oversight.
- Executive Committee: Manages operational aspects.
- Advisory Council: Provides strategic guidance and expert advice.
- Regional Consultative Committee (RCC): Offers regional perspectives and recommendations.
Membership:
- Founding Members: India, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
- International Charter: Signed by the nine founding member countries; ratified and put into effect in 2018.
Operational Structure:
- Headquarters: Located in Bangkok, Thailand.
- Sub-Centers: Operate in various countries of the region, facilitating on-ground activities and projects.
Key Functions:
- Disaster Risk Reduction: Implementing strategies and programs to minimize disaster impacts.
- Climate Resilience Building: Enhancing the ability of communities to withstand and recover from climate-related disasters.
- Regional Cooperation: Encouraging collaboration among member countries for effective disaster management.
Achievements and Activities:
- ADPC has been instrumental in developing disaster preparedness programs, climate resilience strategies, and providing technical assistance to member countries.
