GOP/Pak NDMA dispatches second consignment of humanitarian assistance for flood-affected people of Malaysia

ISLAMABAD, Dec 11 (SABAH): In line with the Prime Minister’s directive, Pak NDMA has arranged and coordinated the second consignment of 40 tons of relief assistance to the flood-affected areas of Malaysia. The chartered plane carrying essential supplies, including tents, blankets, quilts, mats, sleeping bags and life jackets, will depart tonight from Islamabad International Airport to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The initial consignment of equal volume sent on 8 December for flood affectees in Malaysia, bringing the total volume to 80 tons of relief assistance from Pakistan. The send-off ceremony was held at Islamabad International Airport on Wednesday. It was attended by Federal Minister for Kashmir & GB Affairs, Engineer Amir Muqam, officials of Malaysian Embassy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and NDMA.

The Minister expressed sincere condolences for the loss of lives due to the floods in Malaysia and assured every possible assistance from the Government and people of Pakistan. He commended the dedicated efforts of NDMA teams and related officials for their swift mobilization of this relief initiative. Representative of the Malaysian Embassy expressed gratitude on behalf of the Government and people of Malaysia for Pakistan’s timely and generous assistance during this calamity. The people of Pakistan continue to pray for Malaysia’s swift recovery and reaffirm their commitment to providing further support as needed.