Forest Fire Management in Asia

AFoCO’s Forest Fire Management in Asia (FFMA) Initiative is a flagship five-year regional program (2026–2030), jointly supported by the Republic of Korea and France, that strengthens Asia’s capacity to prevent, respond to, and recover from forest fires. It enhances forest fire governance through institutional strengthening, ecosystem-specific training of trainers, advanced technical and graduate-level education, and multi-level capacity development for front-line officers and decision-makers.

By integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools and modern monitoring systems to improve risk assessment and operational readiness, and by promoting science-based approaches, cross-border coordination, and hands-on fieldwork, the Initiative builds a skilled regional workforce. It also encourages community participation and sustainable land management practices to address the underlying drivers of fire, ultimately enhancing the climate resilience of Asia’s forest ecosystems.