By NCT Consultants
The NCT APAC 2025 symposium on chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNe) threats concluded on December 4th at the Lotte World Hotel in Seoul. As the Asia-Pacific region’s largest conference on CBRNe and counter-IED response. Brought together with the support of the Republic of Korea (ROK) CBRN Defense Command, the event convened hundreds of senior officials, military leaders, first responders, and industry representatives from across Asia, Europe, and the United States.
The conference emphasized the need for stronger international interoperability, data sharing, and long-term trust-building to effectively address non-traditional security threats.
NCT APAC 2025 marked a major milestone for NCT’s long-standing engagement in Asia. The expertise and industry excellence will continue with NCT PRO Challenge 2025 from 14-19 of December in Hua Hin Thailand and NCT APAC 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Strong Partnership with the ROK CBRN Defense Command
The 2025 edition benefitted from close collaboration with the ROK CBRN Defense Command, underscoring the Republic of Korea’s leadership in regional defense and emergency preparedness.
The conference was chaired by BG (R) William King, former Commander of the U.S. Army 20th CBRNE Command, and LTG (R) In-Bum Chun, Co-Chairman of AUSA Korea Chapter.
“NCT APAC was the perfect opportunity for neighboring countries to conduct informal talks about not only CWMD/CBRNE Defense but also many other pertinent regional concerns and threats,” said BG (R) William King.
Event Opens with High-Impact Live Demonstration
The three-day program began with a live capability demonstration at the ROK CBRN Defense Command headquarters on December 2. Attendees observed real-time operational procedures, showcasing the advanced readiness and integrated response capabilities of the ROK CBRN forces.
Conference Program and Keynote Participants
The conference sessions held on December 3–4 featured keynote remarks and technical presentations from senior leaders across the Asia-Pacific region. Opening speakers included:
- BG Jongyul Jun, Commander, ROK Army CBRN Defense Command
- Maj. Gen. Lin, National Defense Medical University (Taiwan)
- BG Jaehoon Yoo, ROK Army CBRN School, South Korea
- Brigadier General (Dr.) Faizal bin Hj Baharuddin, Malaysia
- Commissioner Yopie Indra Prasetya Sepang, Indonesian National Police
- Col. Poh Chuan Lim, Singapore
- Colonel (Ts) Norhelmi Bin Ismail, Malaysia
- Senior Assistant Commissioner Zaidy Bin Che Hassan, Malaysia
- International EOD specialists, including representatives of the Hong Kong Police EOD Bureau
Topics covered emerging regional threats, capability development, medical countermeasures, EOD challenges, and civil–military cooperation.
Showcasing Technology and Operational Expertise
Alongside the conference, the NCT APAC exhibition brought together major industry partners showcasing innovations in detection systems, medical countermeasures, protective equipment, robotics, decontamination, communications, CBRN sampling, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and C-IED tools. Exhibitors engaged directly with delegates, enabling end users to analyze technology performance in operational contexts.
Delegations from Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Europe, and the United States contributed to the event’s broad international scope.
Advancing Multinational Readiness in the Asia-Pacific
NCT APAC 2025 reinforced the region’s commitment to strengthening preparedness and interoperability amid evolving global security challenges.
Brig. Gen. (R) William King, said of the event, “This year’s NCT APAC in Seoul South Korea was the first and what I hope is the new normal where senior leaders from Taiwan and Hong Kong were able to participate and share best practices.”
By bringing together decision-makers, operational units, and industry innovators, the event served as a critical platform for advancing cooperation across the Asia-Pacific CBRNE and EOD community.
More information about NCT APAC is available at nct-events.com/nct-apac.
