RAWALPINDI: Two Chinese flights carrying relief goods for Pakistan’s flood victims arrived on Sunday, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) said in a statement, praising the gesture as a reflection of the all-weather friendship between the two countries.
Heavy rains and floods in Pakistan, triggered by water releases from Indian dams, have inundated over 4,700 villages in Punjab, affecting 4.7 million people. Heavy rains and floods have killed more than 1,000 people since the monsoon began in late June.
Flood relief items
The flights, which landed at Nur Khan Air Base, delivered 300 tents and 9,000 blankets to support those affected by the recent floods. Federal Minister Engineer Amir Muqam and Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) received the relief consignment and warmly welcomed the Chinese crew.
Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan also attended the ceremony, highlighting the significance of Beijing’s timely assistance.
“China’s prompt support is a true reflection of the eternal Pakistan-China friendship,” said Federal Minister Amir Muqam. He added that, in line with the Prime Minister’s directives, government institutions and the NDMA are actively engaged in delivering relief to flood-stricken communities.
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The minister emphasized that China has never left Pakistan alone in times of crisis, and once again stood by its brotherly nation in its hour of need.
