12th Aid Shipment from Pakistan to War-Torn Regions

WebDesk October 18, 2024 2 minutes read

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Thursday sent a shipment of humanitarian aid to the war-affected people of Gaza and Lebanon.

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) dispatched the assistance on the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

The aid consignment was sent from Karachi to Lebanon in collaboration with Al-Khidmat Foundation. It comprises around 100 tonnes of supplies. These supplies include medicines, ready-to-eat meat, tents, tarpaulins, warm bedding, winter clothing, and powdered milk.

The send-off ceremony held at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi had several attendees. Representatives from NDMA, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Al-Khidmat Foundation, and the local administration all participated.

They emphasised the urgent need to provide relief to the war-torn populations of Palestine and Lebanon. The ongoing conflict and the needs of the affected communities were considered. They reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting their brothers and sisters in distress. They stressed the importance of collaboration by welfare organisations and the Pakistani public. This cooperation helps strengthen these efforts.

This is Pakistan’s 12th aid shipment to Palestine and Lebanon. Prior to this, 10 aid consignments were sent to Palestine, and Thursday marked the second shipment to Lebanon. Pakistan continues to send relief supplies based on the needs of the war-affected populations of Lebanon and Palestine.

Federal Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal made an announcement at the NDMA headquarters during a meeting on October 11. He announced the establishment of a special account. This account is titled “Prime Minister’s Relief Fund for Gaza and Lebanon”, as per PM’s directives.

This fund will collect donations from the public. The aim is to aid their brothers and sisters in Gaza and Lebanon who are facing war emergencies.