As Taiwan braces for potential aggression from the People’s Republic of China, Ukraine’s civil defense offers invaluable lessons on preparedness. In a recent interview for the Global Taiwan Institute, Maksym Skrypchenko, President of the Transatlantic Dialogue Center and expert in Ukrainian security, shared key takeaways from Ukraine’s response to Russia’s 2022 invasion.
Skrypchenko highlighted that no country is ever truly ready for war, emphasizing the need for proactive measures. Governments must provide clear and concise instructions to citizens and prepare for the possibility of communication outages with contingency plans. He stressed the importance of individuals identifying shelters near their homes and workplaces in advance and familiarizing themselves with their locations.
A particularly important lesson is the need for governments to establish effective communication mechanisms with local communities, even if it requires taking on a more centralized role during crises—a shift that can feel unconventional in democratic systems.
Ukraine’s experience demonstrates the critical need for adaptability, coordination, and clear leadership during times of crisis—lessons that resonate far beyond its borders.
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