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SMART on standby for potential Nepal disaster relief deployment
Malaysia's Special Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team has mobilised personnel and logistics in preparation for a possible deployment to Nepal. The team is maintaining readiness following recent seismic activity in the region.
LSN Malaysia ·
PUTRAJAYA, Sept 2 — The Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) has positioned its personnel and logistical resources on standby for a potential deployment to Nepal, according to the team's commander.
The unit has activated its emergency response protocols and ensured all necessary equipment and personnel are prepared for rapid deployment should a request for assistance be received from Nepalese authorities or international disaster response coordination bodies.
SMART maintains specialised capabilities in search and rescue operations, medical assistance, and humanitarian relief, making it a key asset in Malaysia's international disaster response framework. The team's readiness reflects the country's commitment to providing timely assistance during regional emergencies.
The deployment preparations underscore the importance of regional cooperation in addressing natural disasters, which can strike with little warning across South and Southeast Asia. Malaysia has a established track record of responding swiftly to major disasters in neighbouring countries.