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The Asian Seismological Commission (ASC) 2024 General Assembly, held from 3-7 November in Belek, Antalya, Türkiye, brought together leading experts, researchers, and stakeholders to discuss advancements in earthquake science and disaster risk reduction. Hosted by the Asian Seismological Commission - Türkiye in collaboration with key scientific institutions, the event showcased over 200 oral and poster presentations covering diverse topics, including seismic hazard assessment and disaster management.

GEM contributed to the success of the congress, particularly during the session on the Earthquake Model of the Middle East 2024 (EMME24). Kirsty Bayliss, GEM’s Seismic Hazard Scientist, presented the organisation’s key contribution - a new source branch for the updated EMME24 model. This branch incorporates multi-fault rupture scenarios, addressing complexities in seismic hazard assessment for the Middle East region.

The session on the Earthquake Model of the Middle East 2024 (EMME24), convened by Ayşegül Askan (METU, Türkiye) and Laurentiu Danciu (ETH, Switzerland), highlighted key updates to the model, including GEM’s significant contributions. The presentations provided an in-depth look at advancements in seismic hazard modelling for the region, with GEM's work on multi-fault rupture scenarios serving as a key component in refining seismic hazard assessments and offering attendees valuable insights into the project’s methodology and outcomes.

The congress also featured a range of technical sessions on cutting-edge topics, including seismic hazard assessment, remote sensing technologies, and public outreach.

EMME24, a multi-stakeholder modelling initiative coordinated by international experts, aims to enhance the seismic hazard framework for the Middle East. As one of the key collaborators, GEM contributed advanced modelling techniques, reinforcing its commitment to supporting disaster risk reduction efforts globally.

GEM extends its gratitude to the ASC organisers and participants for a highly engaging event. The foundation looks forward to leveraging insights from the meeting to advance its mission of promoting seismic resilience globally.

For more information about the previous version of the hazard model for the region, visit Middle East Hazard Model (v2016.1.0). Further details about ASC 2024 can be found on the ASC Congress Website.