Ministry of Information and Broadcasting of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

04/21/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/21/2024 05:34

PR No. 181 Pakistan Sends 8th Shipment of Aid to Palestine Islamabad: April 21, 20

In accordance with the Government of Pakistan's instructions to provide humanitarian support to the people of Gaza, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in collaboration with Al-Khidmat has coordinated to send another commercial cargo ship for 8th tranche of relief assistance. Additional Foreign Secretary Mr. Ahmed Amjad Ali, Palestinian Ambassador to Pakistan Mr. Ahmad Rabaie, Representatives of Al Khidmat Foundation, Senior officials of NDMA, Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Armed Forces attended the send-off ceremony at South Asia Pakistan Terminal (SAPT) Karachi. The shipment is destined to reach Said Port, Egypt for further distribution to People of Gaza. This 8th relief consignment comprises of 350 tons of aid including medicines, hygiene kits, Female Dignity kit, dry ration, ready to eat food, jerry cans, and tents as per needs at Gaza. Earlier, NDMA has sent six relief consignments comprising 630 tons of aid which included special winterized tents, blankets, surgical supplies, medicines, and food packs.
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