AHA CENTRE

15/08/2026

FLASH UPDATE: No. 01 – M7.7 Earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara – 15 August 2026 - https://mailchi.mp/ahacentre.org/flash-update-no-01-m77-earthquake-in-east-nusa-tenggara-15-august-2026

14/08/2026

13/08/2026

The AHA Centre and New Zealand have officially launched the Strengthening Institutional Capacity of ASEAN in Disaster Management (SICAP) Phase II Project!

As one of the most significant investments in enhancing disaster management capacities across ASEAN, SICAP II will strengthen the AHA Centre's role as a regional knowledge hub while advancing ASEAN's position as a global leader in disaster management.

The launch was officiated by Executive Director Mr. Lee Yam Ming alongside H.E. Joanna Jane Anderson, Ambassador of New Zealand to ASEAN, H.E. San Lwin, Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for Socio-Cultural Community, and Dr. Raditya Jati, S.Si., M.Si., Deputy Minister for Systems and Strategy of BNPB Indonesia, witnessed by representatives of the AHA Centre Governing Board, ASEAN Secretariat, and Partners.

The AHA Centre extends its sincere appreciation to the Government of New Zealand for its continued partnership through the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

13/08/2026

Participants of the ACE-LEDMP Middle Executive Level, Third Batch – 2026 have completed the Online Sessions that took place from 13 July to 6 August 2026.

The Online Sessions comprised of 11 modules: 8 facilitated by partners through video conference and 3 self-paced modules completed through the AHA Centre Learning Management System (LMS) supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).

Thank you to all partners who have contributed to the success of the online sessions!

The ACE-LEDMP Phase II is primarily supported by the Government of Japan through the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF).


New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies University of the Philippines UNDRR United Nations OCHA Delegasi ICRC Indonesia & Timor-Leste ASEAN

12/08/2026

Following the launch of cooperation between the AHA Centre and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) in Bangkok on 17 July 2026, the AHA Centre officially received emergency telecommunications equipment on 5 August 2026. The equipment was formally received by Mr Somsanith Ninthavong, Director of Corporate Affairs, as part of an initiative to improve disaster preparedness across ASEAN and regions.

Pre-positioned at the AHA Centre for use throughout the region, the equipment will support emergency deployments, simulation exercises, training and capacity-building activities involving ASEAN-ERAT and ASEAN Member States. This initiative puts the new cooperation into action by helping communities stay connected during emergencies.

11/08/2026

The AHA Centre convened the Third ASEAN Disaster Management Training Network (Train-Net) Workshop on Regional Capacity Building Needs and Curriculum Development and the First ASEAN Train-Net Meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, from 4-6 August 2026.

Supported by the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) through the SICAP II Project, and hosted by Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) Thailand, the workshop held in a hybrid format and brought together representatives from all 11 ASEAN Member States to advance the operationalisation of Train-Net and kick-start the development of regionally standardised disaster management curricula.

Key outcomes included:
✅ Strengthening the strategic governance and direction of Train-Net
✅ Advancing regional discussions on standardised disaster management curricula
✅ Reviewing capacity-building needs, competency requirements, and skills gaps across ASEAN
✅ Exploring practical disaster management training systems and capacity-building initiatives through a study visit to Thailand's DDPM Training Institute

This important milestone reflects ASEAN’s continued commitment to building a more cohesive, professional, and interconnected disaster management training ecosystem, ultimately strengthening the region’s resilience and preparedness.

กรมป้องกันและบรรเทาสาธารณภัย DDPM New Zealand Embassy - Jakarta, Indonesia

10/08/2026

ASEAN Weekly Disaster Update 3 - 9 August 2026 (Week 32) - https://mailchi.mp/ahacentre.org/asean-weekly-disaster-update-3-9-august-2026-week-32

10/08/2026

On 29 July 2026, the AHA Centre and Mission of Japan to ASEAN officially launched the Strengthening the Capacity of the ASEAN Emergency Response and Assessment Team (ASEAN-ERAT) Phase IV project and the Disaster Emergency Logistics System for ASEAN (DELSA) Phase V project, supported by the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF).

With a combined contribution of more than USD 12.7 million by Japan over the next three years, these flagship initiatives will further enhance ASEAN’s disaster preparedness and emergency response capabilities.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the Government of Japan for its continued partnership and commitment to building a stronger, safer, and more resilient ASEAN.

09/08/2026

Happy 61st National Day, Singapore! The AHA Centre extends its warmest wishes to the people of Singapore as they celebrate this special day. May this occasion inspire continued hope, progress, and a bright future for generations to come.

08/08/2026

Happy 59th ASEAN Day from the AHA Centre!

For 59 years, ASEAN has demonstrated the power of solidarity in overcoming challenges and advancing shared aspirations. As we continue Navigating Our Future Together, the AHA Centre stands ready to support the ASEAN Member States in strengthening collective preparedness, response, and resilience against disasters.