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ISLAMABAD: United States Ambassador to Pakistan Donald Blome on Tuesday said that the U.S. stands with communities in Pakistan recovering from the devastation caused by severe flooding, and USAID will provide $100,000 humanitarian aid to the flood-affected people.
In his tweet, he said, “I issued a declaration of humanitarian need, and in response, USAID Pakistan will provide $100,000 to affected populations.”
“The United States stands with communities in Pakistan recovering from the devastation caused by severe flooding. I issued a declaration of humanitarian need, and in response, @USAID_Pakistan will provide $100,000 to affected populations.” -DB #AmbBlome 1/3 pic.twitter.com/p9eQInhD8s
— U.S. Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) August 16, 2022
This USAID International Disaster Assistance funding will help purchase urgent supplies to save lives and reduce suffering among the most vulnerable communities, he added.
Ambassador said that this disaster has resulted in a catastrophic loss of life, with many losing their loved ones, their livelihoods, and their homes.
“This disaster has resulted in a catastrophic loss of life, with many losing their loved ones, their livelihoods, and their homes. We will work closely in coordination with partners on the ground to support these crucial humanitarian assistance efforts.” -DB #AmbBlome 3/3
— U.S. Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) August 16, 2022
“We will work closely in coordination with partners on the ground to support these crucial humanitarian assistance efforts”, he concluded.