1. The Philippines

2.  The constitutional mandate of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) as well as its ready equipment and training allows the AFP to be deployed immediately in times of disaster.  The military’s efforts are not undertaken without close coordination with the Philippine government’s civilian agencies.

3. Secretary, Interior & Local Gov’t- Member Secretary, Public Works- Member Secretary, Transportation & Communication - Member Secretary, Social Welfare & Development - Member Secretary, Agriculture - Member Secretary, Education - Member Secretary, Finance - Member Secretary, Labor & Employment - Member Secretary, Trade & Industry - Member Secretary, Health - Member Secretary, Science & Technology - Member Secretary, Budget - Member Secretary, Justice - Member Secretary, Natural Resources – Member Secretary, Foreign Affairs - Member Director, Phil. Information Agency - Member Sec-Gen, Phil National Red Cross - Member Chief of Staff, AFP - Member Secretary, National Defense - Chairman Administrator, Office of Civil Defense – Member & Executive Officer THE NATIONAL DISASTER COORDINATING COUNCIL

4. Office of Civil Defense NDCC OPCEN/EOC DPWH DADPWHDOHDSWDPNRC AFPDRTF Dep Ed Chairman, RDCC OCDRC Local Disaster Coordinating Councils (PDCCs and MDCCs) PAGASA/ PHIVOLCS/ MGB-DENR Ex-O, NDCC Chairman,NDCC DA DOH TRANSCO AFP PNRC DepEd DOTC DSWD PAGASA/ PHIVOLCS/ MGB-DENR DILG/PNP PGC DOE

5.  Streamlined means of communication within and among agencies is beneficial in responding in real time.  Clear guidelines and protocols ensure that the strengths of both the military and the civilian agencies are maximized.  Clear contact points for aid receipt and distribution is essential for the efficient management of international humanitarian aid.  Knowledge of international HA/DR protocols allows for smoother cooperation and more efficient joint-operations with foreign counterparts.  The promotion of disaster preparedness among local citizens is also vital in order to gain their immediate cooperation in disaster response.

6. Confidence Building Measures in Disaster Response Greater Interoperability and Stronger Security Ties More Efficient Joint Operations and Clear Contact Points for Aid Greater Regional Civil- Military Cooperation in Disaster Response

7.  Disparity in the development and capacity of disaster response institutions in each country  Uneven proficiency in international humanitarian response codes of conduct and operational terminologies among personnel  Absence of standardized mechanisms or methods for the collection and analysis of humanitarian needs

9.  Creation of guidelines and training materials that integrate and consolidate international disaster response protocols with national policies  Further develop and encourage greater synergy among civilian and military offices in humanitarian assistance and disaster response  Empower citizens through the information- dissemination of disaster mitigation methods and disaster readiness drills.

10.  Encourage joint / multilateral simulations and exercises in disaster management.  Support joint training and formation programs in military or civilian schools  Develop specialized forum for efficient communication and information-sharing among key national offices  Develop joint methods and tools for needs assessment