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Meyliana Tongko
MFP Year
2016-2017
MFP Class
21
Home State
HI
Home Agencies
U.S. Air Force, U.S. Department of Defense
Host Agencies
Ministry of Defense, Japanese Red Cross Society, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, National Diet, Fire and Disaster Management Agency
Objective
Develop an in-depth understanding of the Japanese government’s efforts in disaster relief management and gain insights into the technical and cultural aspect of the country’s logistics management. Investigate and assess interactions between federal, public, and local governments in their decision making processes, identify opportunities for deeper engagement, and develop a network of contacts to strengthen the U.S.- Japan relationship.