Pakistan has handed over the second consignment of emergency relief aid to Myanmar to support those affected by the recent earthquake.
The aid, consisting of 35 tons of essential goods, was officially delivered by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Myanmar, Imran Haider, to the Chief Minister of Yangon Region at Yangon International Airport.
This latest shipment brings the total relief assistance from Pakistan to 70 tons, following the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar.
The aid is part of Pakistan's continued commitment to providing humanitarian support to the earthquake survivors, under the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
Pakistan's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) played a key role in the efficient coordination and timely dispatch of the aid, ensuring that the consignment reached its destination swiftly.
The delivery of aid is a vital part of Pakistan's efforts to support Myanmar in its recovery and assist those who have lost their homes and livelihoods in the disaster.
Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Myanmar, and this second shipment demonstrates the country’s ongoing solidarity with the affected communities.
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, resulting in the deaths of 3,455 people and injuring more than 4,500, according to official figures.
The United Nations has called for international support, describing the scale of destruction as “staggering” and urging the global community to stand in solidarity with Myanmar during this humanitarian crisis.
Earlier, the first shipment of aid was sent which included 35 tons of goods, including tents, tarpaulins, blankets, ready-to-eat meals, medicines, and water modules.
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