07 December 2024, lamabad: On directions of Prime Minister, Pak NDMA has coordinated first consignment through chartered plane from Islamabad International Airport to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, today. The chartered flight will likely take off tomorrow morning for destination.
Mr Riaz Hussain Pirzada, Federal Minister for Housing & Works, First Secretary Embassy of Malaysia Zulasri Rosdi, Officials of MoFA & NDMA graced the departure ceremony at Islamabad International Airport.
This consignment comprised of total volume of 40 tons including food packs, winterized tents, blankets and medicines as per current need of flood affectees in Malaysia a second consignment of equal volume is scheduled to depart in next week further reinforcing Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to assisting flood-hit Malaysia.
Federal Minister expressed his sincere condolences for loss of precious lives due to flood in Malaysia and assured of every possible help from Government and the people of Pakistan.
The current monsoon season in Malaysia has brought heavy rainfall and flash floods to 09 eastern states, affecting 137,410 people across 38 districts. As a result, 40,922 families have sought refuge in 633 evacuation centers. Nine lives have been lost. The persistent rainfall is expected to continue until February 2025.
On November 30, 2024, Prime Minister of Pakistan, Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif, called Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato Seri Anwar Ibrahim, to express condolences for the recent flood-related losses. PM Pakistan offered assistance and announced the immediate dispatch of humanitarian assistance. PM Ibrahim expressed his gratitude.
Having faced its own share of natural disasters, Pakistan deeply understands the challenges and hardships such calamities bring. This shared understanding and empathy drive Pakistan’s efforts to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Malaysia in its recovery journey.
Sub Editor: Ghufran