19th UAE flight carrying relief goods for flood survivors arrives

19th UAE flight carrying relief goods for flood survivors arrives

ISLAMABAD, Sep 07 (APP): Another flight from the United Arab Emirates carrying relief goods for the flood-stricken people of Pakistan arrived here at Nur Khan Airbase on Wednesday.

So far, 19 flights from the UAE have landed in Pakistan carrying food, medical supplies and tents etc. 

This is in continuation of the humanitarian air bridge established between Pakistan and the UAE.

“Pakistan is thankful to the Government and people of UAE for showing support and solidarity in these times of grave crisis,” the Foreign Office spokesperson said in a statement.

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had also thanked the UAE government for its continued support to the flood victims including the establishment of humanitarian corridor between the two countries. 

He also thanked the UAE Red Crescent for launching donation campaign to support the flood relief efforts.

 

By Ishtiaq Rao

Ishtiaq Ahmed is a Sr. Reporter who reports on Prime Minister, President, Foreign Office, and special assignments. Backed by 20-year experience, he has written for local and foreign newspapers. Reach out at 03335293238/ [email protected]/ X: ishtiaqrao

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