Kaohsiung Candidate Lai Rui-long Launches Civil Defense Networks, Pledges Enhanced Resilience

Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Rui-long has established four major civil defense support groups, uniting volunteer police, traffic controllers, firefighters, and auxiliary police under the banner of "Four Civil Defense Support Networks." This move signals a strong commitment to bolstering the city's resilience in the face of potential crises.

Lai unveiled his "Strengthen Resilience, Four-Way Protection" policy, outlining a comprehensive plan to enhance the civil defense system. The initiative focuses on four key areas: equipment upgrades to ensure frontline personnel have adequate gear, the integration of smart technology for traffic police to mitigate risks, improved benefits and allowances for volunteers, and strategies to attract younger generations to join civil defense efforts.

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Social resilience is key to a city's ability to respond quickly and minimize disaster impact.

"Social resilience is key to a city's ability to respond quickly and minimize disaster impact," Lai stated, highlighting the crucial role of civil defense forces. He referenced the national "All-Society Defense Resilience" initiative, emphasizing the need to translate central government policies into concrete actions for Kaohsiung. This includes providing more comprehensive support to frontline civil defense personnel.

The policy aims to address equipment shortfalls, enhance safety through technology, ensure fair compensation, and foster long-term sustainability by engaging youth. Lai stressed that the continuity of reform and the strengthening of the economy and people's livelihoods require time, stability, and political courage. He believes that the upcoming general election will determine whether the current reform agenda continues or halts.

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Strengthen Resilience, Four-Way Protection