Luxembourg wants to better prepare citizens for crises

In view of the grown threats from natural disasters, cyber attacks and attacks, Luxembourg is said to be crisis. The High Commissioner for National Security wants to develop an emergency kit for such cases. This reports Radio 100.7 on Monday morning.

« This is a (…) normal supply you have at home where you know where you keep your medication, where you may have a small water supply, where you have a small supply of food, » said the high commissioner Guy Bley to the radio station.

Last week, the EU Commission had asked member states to develop a 72-hour survival package for its citizens in order to be prepared in the event of a crisis. Accordingly, people should have “the vital supplies” ready for at least three days. On infoCrise.lu There is already an emergency checklist, but this has not yet been so detailed. Together with the Benelux countries and Northern European countries, they will be to revise the emergency kit, said Bley.

In addition, the Commission wants to strengthen Europe’s willingness to defend in the crisis in schools. From the point of view of the Brussels authority, pupils will in future learn how to behave in emergencies such as natural disasters or cyber attacks.

According to the EU Commission, there are always more complex threats – from cyber attacks and hybrid dangers to disinformation campaigns to natural disasters. With 30 measures, she intends to better prepare the Member States for crises.

EU day of willingness planned

A central goal of the strategy is to integrate the population more actively into crisis prevention. In addition to teaching at schools, the Commission proposes the introduction of an annual “EU day of willingness”.

In order to be able to cope better with crises, the Commission also plans to set up an EU crisis center. This is intended to bundle existing structures and improve cooperation between Member States. Cooperation with external partners such as NATO is also to be expanded – for example in the areas of cyber security, military mobility and climate protection.

Cooperation with companies

Another focus is on working with companies. A public-private task force is intended to develop emergency protocols to ensure the supply of important goods and services in times of crisis.

The basis of the strategy is a report by the former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö. Last year he had emphasized that the EU had to significantly improve its civilian and military willingness in the face of growing threats. The Commission underlines that crisis provision is not just a national task – a common European approach is crucial.