In the wake of an earthquake that killed over 1,000 people in Afghanistan, the National Disaster Management Authority Pakistan has sent aid to the country.
On eight trucks, Pakistan has transported tents, tarps, blankets, and essential medication to the neighbouring Afghanistan.
The Edhi Foundation, on the other hand, has also dispatched aid to Afghan families in need.
Pakistan’s Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif made a statement of support and sympathy, for the Afghan people.
Deeply grieved to learn about earthquake in Afghanistan, resulting in loss of innocent lives. People in Pakistan share the grief & sorrow of their Afghan brethren. Relevant authorities working to support Afghanistan in this time of need.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) June 22, 2022
Mansoor Ahmed Khan, Pakistan’s ambassador to Afghanistan, met with Sher Abbas Stanikzai, Afghanistan’s deputy foreign minister, to offer his condolences for the deaths.
Called on Afghan Deputy FM H.E. Sher Abbas Stanikzai today. Expressed condolences on loss of life in earthquake in Afghanistan & offered relief assistance from brotherly Pakistan. Also discussed facilitation in trade, visa and connectivity matters @ForeignOfficePk @PakinAfg pic.twitter.com/YDukkITqza
— Mansoor Ahmad Khan (@ambmansoorkhan) June 22, 2022
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