NEWS

Monday, 13 May 2024

EVENT TITLE: DR. ENGR. TABASSAM RAZA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PLANADES, INVITED BY PAKISTANI AMBASSADOR TO SPAIN AND PARTICIPATES IN GLOBAL BUSINESS SYMPOSIUM 2024


Madrid, Spain - May 13, 2024 - Dr. Engr. Tabassam Raza, Executive Director of PLANADES, was honored with an invitation from Dr. Zahoor Ahmed, Ambassador of Pakistan to Spain, to discuss their common research interests, particularly in stress management and mental health following disasters. Dr. Raza’s visit to Spain included valuable interactions with Spanish academics to explore joint projects addressing these critical issues, aiming to develop a trilateral project involving the Philippines, Pakistan, and Spain or Germany.

The invitation also led to Dr. Engr. Raza’s active participation in the Global Business Symposium Spain 2024, held from May 9th to 12th at the Marriott Madrid Auditorium Hotel and Conference Center. This esteemed event, organized by Global Business Symposium, brought together leading business minds to explore opportunities, share insights on global economic trends, and foster collaborations for sustainable business growth.

At the symposium, Dr. Engr. Raza presented his research and the Philippines model of disaster management. He led an expert session on Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM), providing valuable insights on mitigating risks and fostering sustainable growth in the face of global challenges. His engagement underscored PLANADES' commitment to global collaboration and sustainable development.

 In addition to his symposium participation, Dr. Engr. Raza visited Córdoba, Spain, where he met with Hon. Mayor José María Bellido, and paid a visit to Escuela Diplomática, furthering his engagements with local leaders and institutions.

Dr. Engr. Tabassam Raza, Executive Director of PLANADES and Disaster Risk Management Specialist, presenting his research at the Global Business Symposium Spain 2024

On the left is Dr. Engr. Raza, Executive Director of PLANADES with Hon. José María Bellido, Mayor of Cordoba, Spain.