TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The United States and Taiwan on Thursday (March 11) jointly announced a campaign to enhance cooperation on disaster prevention and response to mark the 10th anniversary of the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Titled “Partners in HADR: Awareness – Resilience – Action,” the initiative will last six months, ending with the commemoration of the 22nd anniversary of the 921 earthquake in Taiwan. HADR stands for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

The campaign reaffirms the countries' dedication to mutual humanitarian assistance and disaster preparedness while exemplifying their commitment to shared international values, according to the statement.

Highlights of the effort include a grant program, HADR capacity-building workshops, disaster resilience workshops, and a series of webinars. The initiative will enroll Japan, the U.K., and other partners for experience-sharing.

Taiwan and the U.S. have engaged in robust exchanges over the years through various platforms, including the Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF), the U.S.-Taiwan Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue, the U.S.-Taiwan Education Initiative, and more recently, the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs.