Changi RHCC

04/08/2026

The Changi Regional Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Coordination Centre (Changi RHCC) also participated in a HADR exercise organised by the US PACOM Center for Excellence in Disaster Management & Humanitarian Assistance, to strengthen response capabilities and interoperability between military and civilian organisations.

More: https://go.gov.sg/mindef-rimpac2026

16/07/2026

15/07/2026

08/07/2026

Changi Regional HADR Coordination Centre (RHCC) is pleased to be part of the Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise under Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026, where we presented on the Multinational Coordination Centre (MNCC) and the role of Technology in HADR operations during the Senior Staff Command Forum, participated by 9 countries.

As part of our continued support for the exercise, Changi RHCC will deploy OPERA 2.0 Common Information System (CIS) to serve as the HADR CIS platform, providing participating nations with a shared Common Operating Picture (COP) and Request for Assistance (RFA) tracking capabilities.

We look forward to working alongside our regional and international partners in strengthening HADR response capabilities.

25/06/2026

On 24 Jun 2026, Changi Regional HADR Coordination Centre (RHCC) was pleased to welcome a delegation from Malaysia's National Resilience College (NRC), led by Maj. Gen. Abdul Karim Bin Ahmad.

During the visit, the delegation was briefed on Changi RHCC's role in regional disaster preparedness, response and capacity building, as well as the importance of military-to-military cooperation and civilian-to-military coordination in disaster response operations.

The visit was hosted by LTC Kang Meng Hoe, Deputy Director (Operations), Changi RHCC.

Changi RHCC values engagements such as these as we deepen partnerships and build shared understanding with our international counterparts.

14/06/2026

On 12 June 2026, Colonel Nemoto Masayuki and his delegation from the Joint Staff College MOD Japan visited Changi RHCC where they learnt the importance of promoting a stronger military-to-military coordination and response, so as to minimise gaps and duplication of efforts during disaster relief operations. This visit was hosted and briefed by LTC See Joon Siang, Head Coordination.

13/05/2026

On 12 May 2026, Changi Regional HADR Coordination Centre (RHCC) was pleased to welcome a delegation from the United Kingdom's Royal College of Defence Studies (RCDS), led by Air Vice-Marshal Tamara Jennings.

During the visit, the delegation was briefed on Changi RHCC's role in regional disaster preparedness, response and capacity building, as well as the importance of military-to-military cooperation and civilian-to-military coordination in disaster response operations.

The visit was hosted by LTC Kang Meng Hoe, Deputy Director (Operations) and the briefing was delivered by LTC Davmes Tan, Head, Information and Analysis.

Changi RHCC values engagements such as these as we deepen partnerships and build shared understanding with our international counterparts.

07/05/2026

On 4 May 2026, Colonel (COL) Lew, Director of the Changi Regional HADR Coordination Centre (RHCC), visited the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre), where he was received by Mr Lee Yam Ming, Executive Director of the AHA Centre.

The visit provided an opportunity for both directors to exchange insights on strengthening collaborations and partnerships between the AHA Centre and Changi RHCC — reaffirming their shared commitment to enhancing disaster preparedness and response across the region.

We extend our appreciation to the AHA Centre for their warm hospitality, and look forward to deepening this meaningful partnership.

24/04/2026

Aloha and mahalo to our friends from PDC for hosting Changi RHCC to a multi-day technical exchange on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance disaster monitoring, decision support, and information sharing.

The exchange concluded with a visit to the University of Hawaii, where we explored their latest innovations in AI-enabled applications and visualisation. Overall, the engagement has given us valuable insights into how technology can support HADR efforts.

We appreciate the strong partnership and look forward to more collaborations in the near future.

Pacific Disaster Center - PDC Global
University of Hawai‘i News

28/03/2026

On 26 Mar 2026, Changi RHCC cordially welcomed the 8th Theater Sustainment Command from the US Army Pacific (USARPAC). They underwent a brief hosted by CPT Najib, Logistics Officer, where he explained how Changi RHCC and other foreign militaries can play a useful role and provide valuable assistance to countries affected by major natural disasters.