Georgia’s Emergency Medical Team has officially joined the global network of World Health Organization (WHO)-classified Emergency Medical Teams following a successful WHO verification mission conducted on June 23–24, 2026.
The milestone was announced by ASB Georgia, which described the classification as a historic achievement for Georgia’s emergency preparedness system.
Organization says the WHO classification confirms that Georgia’s Emergency Medical Team meets international standards for providing emergency medical care during disasters and humanitarian crises. It also means the team is prepared to support international emergency response efforts alongside the global humanitarian community.
“This achievement demonstrates what can be accomplished through strong partnerships, long-term commitment, and a shared vision,” said Clemens von Heimendahl.
“We are proud that ASB has had the opportunity to support Georgia throughout this journey. The WHO classification of the Georgian Emergency Medical Team is not only a milestone for the country, but also an important contribution to global humanitarian response capacity. It confirms that Georgia is prepared to stand alongside the international community in responding to emergencies wherever they occur,” he added.
ASB Georgia says the achievement was made possible through the project Stronger Together – Cooperative Action to Respond to Cross-Border Emergencies, implemented with the support of Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (DG ECHO) in close cooperation with the World Health Organization and national partners.
The WHO Emergency Medical Team (EMT) initiative classifies medical teams that meet internationally recognized standards for quality, self-sufficiency, and rapid deployment during health emergencies. A Type 1 Fixed EMT is capable of providing outpatient emergency care for trauma and non-trauma cases from a fixed medical facility during disaster response operations. Once classified, teams become part of the WHO’s global EMT network and can be deployed to support emergency responses worldwide.
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