Abu dhabi: The UAE Search and Rescue Team has successfully concluded its participation in the Africa, Europe, and Middle East Earthquake Response Exercise (AEME ERE) 2025, hosted by the Republic of South Africa. The exercise saw the involvement of several international search and rescue teams.

According to Emirates News Agency, the exercise aimed to enhance the readiness of emergency response teams and further develop their field capabilities. This participation is in line with the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority's efforts to advance the emergency response system by exchanging expertise with international teams and applying global best practices in field search, rescue operations, and incident site management.

The exercise also contributed to improving participants' efficiency in handling complex scenarios and strengthening joint coordination skills during field operations. The authority emphasized its commitment to the continuous development of its personnel and the enhancement of operational readiness, ensuring the highest levels of response under various conditions.