In a significant move towards enhancing earthquake preparedness, the National Delegation for Major Risks (NDMR) of Algeria and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have signed a collaborative agreement.
This partnership aims to leverage Japanese expertise and Algerian skills in earthquake risk management.
The agreement was signed at the NDMR headquarters as part of efforts to boost international cooperation and knowledge exchange in managing major risks.
The initiative focuses on sharing capabilities and experiences between Japan and Algeria, specifically in the field of earthquake preparedness.
During the meeting, NDMR’s National Delegate Abdelhamid Afra engaged with a delegation of JICA experts to discuss and approve a roadmap aimed at strengthening the resilience of old and historic buildings against earthquake risks.
This roadmap will guide the efforts to enhance structural integrity and disaster readiness.
Additionally, a second cooperation agreement was signed to implement an innovative project. This project involves developing a pilot site to improve earthquake resistance, allowing for the practical application of Japanese expertise and Algerian know-how in a real-world setting.
The collaboration includes several key institutions actively involved in this field. Among them are the Research Center in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Geophysics (CRAAG), the National Applied Research Center in Earthquake Engineering (CGS), the National Center for Integrated Building Studies and Research (CNERIB), and the Technical Control of Construction Agency (CTC).
This partnership represents a crucial step in Algeria’s efforts to mitigate earthquake risks and enhance the resilience of its infrastructure.
By combining Japanese technological advancements and Algerian practical experience, the two nations aim to create robust systems and strategies to safeguard against future seismic events.
