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Zoonotic diseases are an emerging threat that can have a major impact on the human and animal health, as well as the local economy. Avian influenza, or bird flu, is a disease that can infect domestic birds, causing a large number of deaths due to infection or the culling of the flocks. Farmers can lose their flocks during an outbreak. In addition, the disease may threaten those in close contact with the affected birds. In 2017, after ten years of being free from the disease, Malaysia reported its first highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) outbreak in the state of Kelantan. Fortunately, control of the situation was swift due to the early detection of the avian influenza case and rapid response by the veterinary authority of Malaysia. Malaysia has not reported any human avian flu cases, unlike neighboring countries Indonesia and Thailand. The National Avian Influenza Simulation Exercise 2018 was a joint collaboration between the Ministry of Health, Malaysia One Health University Network (MyOHUN), the Department of Veterinary Services and the Department of Wildlife and National Parks. This three-day exercise began on August 14, 2018. Participation in this exercise was very diverse, with health practitioners, officers, and academics from ministries, agencies, hospitals, laboratories, health clinics, and universities. The exercises aim was to analyze the ability to coordinate an appropriate outbreak response to the disease threat. A considerable effort was dedicated to the logistical coordination by the agencies in this exercise, spread out across seven locations across the State of Negeri Sembilan. Locations included Tuanku Jaafar Hospital in Seremban, Port Dickson Hospital, Sikamat Health Clinic, Seremban District Health Office, Tuanku Ampuan Durah Secondary School, Port Dickson District Health Office and a Poultry Farm in Port Dickson. The scenarios for the case were developed and refined jointly by the Ministry of Health and the Department of Veterinary Services, making the simulation exercise as close as possible to potential real-life event. The simulation exercise not only exposed participants to the appropriate procedures needed to respond to a disease threat and prevent its spread, but also the necessary procedures that must be taken in preventing it from spreading further. Participants learned about biosafety measures on how to don and doff the personal protective equipment properly. Large white suits, blue gloves, and goggles were worn during the collection of dead domestic birds at the locations. Detailed explanations and instructions were given to ensure safe handling of the specimens. In addition, this exercise was a networking and collaborating opportunity. According to Dr. Rohani Jahis, the coordinator of the exercise, “We brought in ministries and agencies to collaborate with us to make this exercise a success. We have also incorporated staff and officers from the veterinary department, district health offices, hospitals, health clinics and laboratories to make this exercise a reality.” The exercise is also a time when gaps and mistakes can be identified in the authorities’ response. The debriefing session on August 16, 2018 gave the evaluators an opportunity to present their observations and feedback. The session was moderated by Prof. Dr. Latiffah Hassan, Coordinator of MyOHUN, and paneled by senior officers from the Ministry of Health, the Department of Veterinary Services, the Negeri Sembilan State Health Department and Department of Wildlife and National Parks. The participants responded with great enthusiasm as they increased their understanding of the interconnectedness of human, animals and the environment. The evaluators also highlighted certain aspects that the authorities must improve on to increase the capabilities and preparedness of human and animal related health agencies in preparing and responding to emerging disease threats in Malaysia. 2018 MyOHUN Success story

Annual Regional Student Competition with the theme of “Art to Communicate Antimicrobial Resistance”, in partnership with USAID One Health Workforce – Next Generation (OHW-NG) consortium, Zoetis and Pfizer. SEAOHUN conveys heartfelt appreciation to our partners USAID, Zoetis and Pfizer for their valuable contribution

to Solve Community Health Issues project area, Ban Lawa and Chikokkor, Khon Kaen province, Thailand, Chevron , led by Chalida Narongsirikul, Social Investment / Social Performance Advisor of Chevron Thailand. With the assistance of Tropical Disease Research Center (TDRC) and SEAOHUN, Chevron visited Ban Lawa Together TDRC, SEAOHUN and Chevron distributed the kits to affected families. Information and Source: Chevron Photo: TDRC ( https://www.facebook.com/TDRLab )

LAOHUN), and key partners including the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Chevron “With support from USAID and Chevron, and the leadership of LAOHUN, we are able to localize One Health A Platform for Knowledge and Partnership The event created space for cross-sector dialogue, bringing It also strengthened the partnership between SEAOHUN and LAOHUN, reinforcing their shared commitment With the support from USAID, Chevron, and country-level partners like LAOHUN, SEAOHWA is expanding the

This initiative, supported by Chevron , and in partnership with the SEAMEO Regional Centre for Sufficiency We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Chevron, and SEAMEO SEPS for this incredible opportunity.

On 29 August 2023, the Seameo Tropmed Network , in partnership with the SEAMEO Regional Centre for STEM Education (STEM-ED), Southeast Asia One Health University Network (SEAOHUN), and Chevron, celebrated

by the Faculty of Education and the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Kasetsart University (KU), in partnership with SEAOHUN and with funding support from Chevron.

Their seed grants of USD 2,000 each were generously supported by Chevron through the Southeast Asia One Each came with MYR 500 and a USD 500 seed grant — all supported by Chevron through SEAOHUN — to help Education, and Partnership Malaysia’s Minister of Education, YB Puan Fadhlina Sidek , served as Guest Aszunarni Ayob, Madam Norlelawati Roslan from the Ministry of Education Malaysia, and Chevron Malaysia was made possible through collaboration between SEAMEO RECSAM, the Ministry of Education Malaysia, Chevron

Tropical Disease Research Center (TDRC) of Khon Kaen University, in partnership with Southeast Asia One Network (SEAOHUN), launched a project, “Applying One Health to Solve Community Health Issues”, funded by Chevron

One Health Student Camp at Sarasart Witad Suksa Schools With the support of Chevron through SEAOHUN and Representatives from KU, SEAOHUN, and Chevron visited three schools to witness how One Health concepts These school visits clearly demonstrated the power of the partnership between Chevron, SEAOHUN, and KU By bringing together the expertise of SEAOHUN, Kasetsart University, and Chevron, the initiative fosters Together, this partnership is helping to shape a better future, where education and environmental stewardship

Organization Tropical Medicine and Public Health Network (SEAMEO TROPMED Network), with funding support from Chevron in partnership with SEAOHUN, has taken a major step forward by expanding One Health education to the , SEAMEO TROPMED Philippines, the Philippine One Health University Network (PhilOHUN), SEAOHUN, and Chevron The program opened with inspiring messages from DepEd leaders, Chevron, and SEAOHUN, followed by an introduction

The SEAMEO Regional Centre for Sufficiency Economy Philosophy for Sustainability (SEAMEO SEPS) in partnership with the Southeast Asia One Health University Network (SEAOHUN) and Chevron, is pleased to announce Funded by Chevron through SEAOHUN, this regional pilot has been designed to address the challenges faced Duriya Amatavivat, SEAMEO SEPS Centre Director, noted the alignment of Chevron’s mission to empower people