This handbook focuses on Malaysia’s disaster management framework and partnerships, and highlights Malaysia’s Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) strategies and plans. The handbook also provides an overview of the country’s government, geography, demographics, sociocultural practices, and explores its history of natural disasters, and the current state of its disaster risk and response management. The guide serves as an initial source of information for individuals preparing for DRR activities or immediate deployment with Malaysian partner responders in a crisis. Topics covered include infrastructure, health, and women, peace and security.
