Resolution No. 28 of 2006 establishing the National Committee for Facing Disasters. Country/Territory Bahrain Document type Regulation Date 2006 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen. Keyword Institution Hazards Geographical area Asia, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Small Island Developing States, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Resolution enters into force on 28 May 2006. Abstract The aim of this Resolution is to be able to face any emergency and disaster. This Resolution is composed of 6 articles. Article 1 decrees the establishment of the National Committee for Facing Disasters. Article 2 specifies the competencies and duties of the Committee, and in particular: to lay down plans and programmes for facing disasters; to coordinate between the competent authorities for facing disasters; to propose requirements and conditions for the realization of public safety and security; and to establish voluntary teams. Articles 3-6 contain general provisions. Full text Arabic Website www.legalaffairs.gov.bh