Islamabad: Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority Lt Gen Inam Haider Malik Tuesday outlined Pakistan’s transition to a proactive, technology-driven disaster management framework, emphasising the importance of international cooperation in mitigating disaster risks.
During a visit of delegates from 65 countries to the National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) at NDMA headquarters here, Malik highlighted how the country’s indigenously developed systems now enable anticipatory action, informed decision-making and coordinated responses across all levels of governance.
“We have built systems that allow for anticipatory action, data-driven decision-making, and seamless coordination across federal, provincial and local tiers. Our goal is not just to respond to disasters but to prevent and prepare for them, and we are ready to share our expertise, early warning solutions and capacity-building initiatives with partner countries,” he said.
The NDMA chairman reaffirmed Pakistan’s dedication to collaborative approaches for a safer, more resilient future. The delegates included ambassadors, deputy heads of mission, senior diplomats and representatives from 40 Pakistani missions abroad. Senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were also present.
The NDMA team demonstrated its Disaster Early Warning and Technology Ecosystem, including advanced operational dashboards, integrated digital platforms and real-time monitoring capabilities.
Participants received detailed presentations of Pakistan Disaster Lens 2026, a flagship platform offering high-resolution forecasts and risk analytics, and Global Disaster Lens 2026, which monitors international disaster and climate patterns in real time.
NDMA’s Disaster Early Warning (DEW-2) system, projecting hazards and climatic risks for the next three months, was also showcased, alongside public outreach initiatives like mobile alerts and the Global Disaster Early Warning Application.
Visiting dignitaries commended Pakistan’s integration of technology in disaster management and stressed the importance of regional collaboration and knowledge exchange. Many expressed interest in strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation with NDMA in early warning systems, disaster preparedness and capacity development. The session included guided visits to NDMA’s Centre of Excellence, Disaster Resilient Infrastructure Model courtyard and Log Yard.
