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Pacific emergency management teams build disaster readiness in Brisbane, Australia | World Food Programme
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 30, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: World, Australia, Cook Islands, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Vanuatu . Held in Brisbane, Australia, from 15 to 19 June, the training included participants from Cook Islands, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga and Vanuatu. The training covered the full warehous
Key takeaway Held in Brisbane, Australia, from 15 to 19 June, the training included participants from Cook Islands, Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga and Vanuatu.
Why this matters
The training in Brisbane highlights the critical role of logistics in disaster response, particularly in the Pacific region where countries are vulnerable to natural disasters. By building the capacity of national disaster management officers from Pacific island nations, the program aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of relief efforts. The peer-to-peer learning approach and focus on locally-led systems are key to ensuring that support is tailored to the specific needs and priorities of each country. The involvement of organizations such as the World Food Programme and the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade demonstrates a commitment to collaborative and sustainable disaster management. As the Pacific region continues to face the impacts of climate change, the development of robust logistics systems will be crucial in saving lives and reducing the economic impacts of disasters. The success of this program will depend on the ability of participants to apply their new skills and knowledge in their home countries, and to share their expertise with others.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 30, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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