Malaysian disaster relief team departs for Nepal mission

The disaster response team left for Nepal to provide emergency assistance and support, with the deployment expected to conclude within a 10-day timeframe. Meor Ismail Meor Akim, Director-General of the National Disaster Management Agency, confirmed the mission parameters and the team's departure. SMART is Malaysia's specialized unit tasked with responding to major disasters and humanitarian emergencies both domestically and internationally. The team typically comprises search and rescue specialists, medical personnel, and logistics experts equipped to provide immediate assistance in disaster-affected areas. This deployment reflects Malaysia's ongoing commitment to regional humanitarian cooperation and disaster relief efforts in South Asia, where Nepal has periodically faced natural disasters including earthquakes and severe weather events. The mission underscores the importance of rapid international response capabilities in addressing emergency situations affecting neighboring countries in the region.