BY : FT Correspondent:
ISLAMABAD — At the directions of Prime Minister of Pakistan, the Government of Pakistan on Sunday dispatched 100 tons of humanitarian assistance to the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal to support relief efforts following the recent devastating floods and landslides.
The humanitarian assistance, coordinated by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), was transported by a chartered flight from Islamabad to Kathmandu. The relief consignment includes tents, blankets, mats, hygiene kits and medicines for communities affected by the natural disasters.
A send-off ceremony was held at Islamabad International Airport, attended by Federal Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Dr. Tariq Fazal Chaudhry as chief guest, along with the Ambassador of Nepal to Pakistan and senior officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NDMA and other concerned organizations.
The assistance reflects Pakistan’s solidarity with the Government and people of Nepal and its commitment to supporting the country during this difficult time.
