EU Unveils 30-Measure Crisis Preparedness Plan for Approval

The EU Commission's strategy emphasizes public education, emergency stockpiling, and coordination with member states to address hybrid threats and natural disasters.

• The EU Commission has proposed a comprehensive crisis preparedness strategy featuring 30 measures to strengthen resilience across member states.
• Key proposals include mandatory school-based crisis education, a yearly 'EU Day of Preparedness,' and encouraging households to maintain 72-hour emergency supplies.
• The plan aims to address hybrid threats like cyberattacks and disinformation, alongside natural disasters and geopolitical crises.
• The strategy includes expanding the EU crisis management center in Brussels, consolidating early warning systems, and enhancing collaboration with NATO and private sector partners.
• The proposal, informed by Sauli Niinistö's 2024 report, awaits approval from member states and the European Parliament, with discussions ongoing about its funding and implementation.

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