Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Indonesian Red Cross (PMI) stated that the visit from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) presents an opportunity to strengthen collaboration in advancing anticipatory approaches to disaster preparedness.

PMI Chairman Jusuf Kalla said on Monday that the federation's Donor Advisory Group (DAG) 2025 visit to Indonesia focuses on locally-led humanitarian action, community resilience, and anticipatory disaster preparedness.

Kalla noted that Indonesia is among the most disaster-prone countries in the world, regularly facing threats from earthquakes, floods, volcanic eruptions, and climate-driven hazards.

"Against this backdrop, the Indonesian Red Cross has evolved into a leading actor in disaster response and preparedness, capable of responding nationwide within hours, while strengthening community resilience before disasters strike," he remarked.

In 2025, PMI finalized its first Early Action Protocol (EAP) for floods under the IFRC's Disaster Response Emergency Fund (DREF). He said this milestone marks a significant step in shifting from reactive response to anticipatory action, enabling early, targeted support to at-risk communities before disaster hits.

During the visit, DAG members will observe how this approach is being implemented on the ground, the chairman added.

"Every partnership built with sincerity and a shared purpose brings us one step closer to a world where no one is left behind," he emphasized.

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On the same occasion, IFRC Under Secretary General for Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization Nena Stoiljkovic said that Indonesia offers a compelling example of how sustained investment in local institutions can lead to long-term impact.

"Through continued support from the IFRC, PMI has become one of the strongest National Societies in the Asia-Pacific, demonstrating how a locally-led model can deliver real resilience at scale," Stoiljkovic stated.

The Donor Advisory Group serves as a strategic forum for dialogue between the IFRC Secretariat and its major donor partners, including governments and National Societies. It plays a critical role in setting shared priorities, strengthening collaboration, and supporting the IFRC network to respond effectively to local humanitarian needs.

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This year, the IFRC Donor Advisory Group is co-chaired by the IFRC, the Government of Sweden, and the Swedish Red Cross, with a thematic focus on anticipatory action, localization, and the financial sustainability of National Societies.

Participating members in this year's field visit to Indonesia include representatives from the governments and National Societies of Australia, Canada, Spain, Sweden, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom.

PMI: IFRC visit chance to strengthen emergency response collaboration