Deputy PM requires prompt operation of centre for disaster response

Deputy Prime Minister, Hoang Trung Hai has asked investors of the national centre for management of disaster response, search and rescue to adhere to the schedule and to put the project into operation soon.

Deputy PM Hoang Trung Hai at the construction site of the centre for disaster response.

The Deputy PM made the request at his working visit to the construction site of the centre on September 18.

The centre is located in Phuc Dong ward, Long Bien district, Hanoi with a total investment of over VND200 billion (US$9.4 million). When completed, the project will serve as a centre to direct, manage and co-ordinate search and rescue and disaster response operations.

According to the National Committee for Search and Rescue, over 70% of the construction has been completed.

The project is aimed at modernising equipment and the management system for search and rescue work in Vietnam - an important and urgent task in recent times.

The Deputy PM praised the project's management board, contractors and investors for ensuring the quality and progress of the project. He also gave comments on the settlement of finance and investment issues to provide necessary equipment for the centre.

(Source: nhandan.org.vn)