An international conference on “Civil defense and preparation of civil societies for disaster risk prevention” initiated by the International Civil Defense Organization and organized by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations today kicked off in Gabala.
The conference, attended by 150 representatives from 54 countries, was addressed by Minister of Azerbaijan Emergency Situations Kemaleddin Heydarov and Secretary General of the International Civil Defense Organization Nawaf al-Sleibi. Then, a documentary was demonstrated.
Heads of some countries - members of International Civil Defense Organization and partners responsible for emergencies management in their countries are expected to make reports.
The conference participants will have bilateral and multilateral meetings to focus on the preparation of people for disaster risk prevention.
In the frame of conference, special exercises involving Emergency Ministry’s staff will be organized in the capital of Azerbaijan.

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