- What is it?: The RIMES is an intergovernmental body registered under the United Nations.
- Formation:
- It was established in 2009 and was registered with the UN in July 2009.
- It has evolved from efforts of countries in Africa and Asia in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.
- Headquarters: It operates from its regional early warning centre located at the campus of Asian Institute of Technology in Pathumthani, Thailand.
- Member
- It is owned and managed by 45 collaborating countries in Asia Pacific and Africa Region.
- India is chairman of the body.
- Mandate
- It seeks to establish a regional early warning system within a multi-hazard framework for generation and communication of early warning information and capacity building for preparedness and response to trans-boundary hazards.
- It provides information related to Tsunami and extreme weather conditions. It also acts as a test bed for emerging technologies and help to enhance performance