Beijing, 24 August 2022 (TDI): China has decided to provide another batch of emergency humanitarian supplies to flood-hit Pakistan.
Flash floods caused by heavy monsoon rains have killed over 700 people. More than 300,000 people have been displaced in Baluchistan, Sindh, and other provinces of Pakistan.
Chinese State Councilor and Foreign Minister, Wang Yi has expressed sympathy to Pakistani Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari over the disaster.
Considering current situation,#China has decided to provide another batch of emergency humanitarian supplies,incl 25,000 tents&other supplies in dire need to be delivered asap.#ChinaRedCrossSociety will provide $300,000 in emergency cash assistance to #PakistanRedCrescentSociety pic.twitter.com/rIcefPAi1v
— Ji Rong嵇蓉 (@JiRongMFA) August 24, 2022
China has taken note of the severe floods raging across Pakistan and the heavy casualties and loss of property that ensued. China expressed sincere condolences to the victims and sympathy to the bereaved families, the injured, and the affected people.
Chinese Foreign Office Spokesperson also made his remarks that China and Pakistan are true friends. Both are ready to help each other in the face of major natural disasters.
Pakistan rushed to China’s assistance after the earthquake hit Wenchuan in 2008 and airlifted all its tents in store to the stricken area.
Humanitarian Aid from China
Considering the current situation, China has decided to provide another batch of emergency humanitarian supplies. It includes 25,000 tents and other supplies in dire need, to be delivered as soon as possible.
The Red Cross Society of China will also provide USD 300,000 in emergency cash assistance to the Pakistan Red Crescent Society. China will continue to promote bilateral cooperation in disaster prevention and mitigation and against climate change.
Significantly, under the social and livelihood cooperation framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor, China has already provided humanitarian assistance.
It includes 4,000 tents, 50,000 blankets, and 50,000 pieces of waterproof canvas. They have been delivered to the frontline of disaster relief.
