Mongolia’s Foreign Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh met with Atsushi Seike, President of the Japanese Red Cross Society, to discuss ongoing cooperation in disaster management, climate change, and healthcare. Minister Batmunkh emphasized the importance of educating youth for disaster preparedness. President Seike acknowledged Mongolia’s support during recovery operations after a recent earthquake in Japan. Minister Batmunkh received the Golden Order of Merit for her humanitarian contributions.

On an official visit to Japan, Mongolia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Battsetseg Batmunkh, engaged in discussions with Atsushi Seike, the President of the Japanese Red Cross Society. During this meeting, Minister Batmunkh expressed her gratitude for the Society’s sustained support across several domains, including climate change, disaster management, healthcare, and social issues.

Minister Batmunkh emphasized Mongolia’s dedication to addressing desertification and adapting to climate change, as well as enhancing resilience against natural disasters. She underscored the significance of experience sharing and collaboration in educating children and youth on disaster preparedness, ensuring they possess the skills necessary for effective emergency response.

President Seike reciprocated by acknowledging the valuable assistance extended by Mongolia’s government and the Mongolian Red Cross Society toward recovery efforts following the earthquake in the Noto region of Japan’s Ishikawa prefecture. Both parties deliberated on sustaining their collaborative efforts in disaster risk reduction, emergency response, and preparedness training.

In recognition of her humanitarian contributions, Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh received the prestigious Golden Order of Merit from the Japanese Red Cross Society, underscoring her impactful role in fostering humanitarian aid.

The meeting between Minister Battsetseg Batmunkh and President Atsushi Seike highlights the strong bilateral cooperation between Mongolia and the Japanese Red Cross Society in disaster management and humanitarian efforts. The emphasis on education for disaster preparedness and mutual support during recovery showcases the shared commitment to resilience in the face of natural disasters. Minister Batmunkh’s award further reflects the recognition of her significant contributions to humanitarian work.

Original Source: akipress.com