DPPA to be APM's driving force in next decade - PM Ismail Sabri
12 Oct 2022 11:45pm
Ismail Sabri - Bernama Photo
Ismail Sabri said the document contained aspects of disaster management and national preparedness that are part of the government’s agenda to ensure the well-being of the members of Keluarga Malaysia (Malaysian Family).
"The DPPA seeks to further enhance APM services and to create a Keluarga Malaysia that stays strong together, is resilient and can adapt the concept of a society capable of helping itself in daily life... especially in the face of emergencies, crises, disasters and wars," he said.
His speech text was read out by Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Special Functions) Datuk Dr Abd Latiff Ahmad at the APM Platinum Decade celebration here today.
Meanwhile, Ismail Sabri said the commitment of various parties in establishing an inclusive strategic partnership in disaster management and national preparedness is also important to further strengthen the resilience of the members of Keluarga Malaysia.
DPPA 2022-2032 aims at empowering effective disaster management specifically in preserving the welfare of disaster victims and protecting lives and property, entrusted to APM as the agency tasked to manage disasters and emergencies. - BERNAMA
