The document discusses coordination between the Royal Thai Army (RTA) and civil society organizations (CSOs) in dealing with disasters and security threats in Thailand. It notes there are differences in culture, rules, and ways of working between the military and CSOs that can hinder coordination. The RTA has established disaster relief centers at various levels to coordinate responses along with government agencies. The RTA assists with disaster relief operations, rebuilding infrastructure, and rehabilitation efforts. Opportunities for improved coordination and prevention are discussed.

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9. Large to Very Large Scale Disaster Nature-Based Threats Human-Based Threats Low Coordination High Coordination Very Small Scale Disaster Small to Medium Scale Disaster High to Very High Complex Threats Very less Complex Threats Less to Medium Complex Threats

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15. *World Vision International Civil Society Organizations Military No Arms Carry Arms Flexible Set Systems Flat structure and delegated authority Hierarchical / command structure Independent Highly disciplined Ethic centered Task centered

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22. Defence Disaster Relief Center (DDRC) Office of Permanent Secretary for Defence Disaster Relief Center ( OPSD DRC ) Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters Disaster Relief Center (RTAFs HQs DRC) Royal Thai Army Disaster Relief Center ( RTA DRC ) Royal Thai Navy Disaster Relief Center ( RTN DRC ) Royal Thai Air Force Disaster Relief Center ( RTAF DRC ) Unit directly reported to RTAFs Disaster Relief Center ( Unit directly reported to RATFs HQs DRC )