Aid from various regions deployed after catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar
As the death toll from the earthquake in Myanmar continues to rise, which now stands at 1,700 with more than 3,400 injuries, neighboring countries, including China, have rapidly organized essential aid and sent rescue teams to the areas most...
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As the death toll from the earthquake in Myanmar continues to rise, which now stands at 1,700 with more than 3,400 injuries, neighboring countries, including China, have rapidly organized essential aid and sent rescue teams to the areas most severely affected. This powerful magnitude-7.7 earthquake struck the southeast Asian nation on Friday, impacting regions such as Mandalay, Bago, Magway, the northeastern Shan state, Sagaing, and Nay Pyi Taw.
On Saturday morning, China's first 37-member rescue team from Yunnan Province arrived at Yangon International Airport, equipped with life detectors, earthquake early warning systems, and drones. Remarkably, during their mission, rescuers found an elderly man alive in the capital of Nay Pyi Taw early Sunday.
Additionally, another rescue team from China, consisting of 82 members, reached Yangon in the afternoon to collaborate with Myanmar's teams in conducting relief operations.
The Red Cross Society of China has also sent vital emergency humanitarian assistance to Myanmar. This provision includes 300 tents, 2,000 blankets, 600 folding beds, and relief kits for 2,000 affected families, which will be distributed via the Myanmar Red Cross Society.
In support of these efforts, China has pledged 100 million yuan in emergency humanitarian aid to bolster Myanmar's earthquake relief operations, according to a spokesperson for the China International Development Cooperation Agency.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) emphasized the urgency for humanitarian aid in a statement from foreign ministers, expressing readiness to aid in relief and recovery initiatives. "ASEAN affirms its solidarity and will work closely to coordinate humanitarian assistance, support and facilitate relief operations, and ensure timely and effective humanitarian response," the statement conveyed.
In a demonstration of regional cooperation, Malaysia's national disaster management agency announced plans to send a 50-member humanitarian assistance and disaster relief team to Yangon on Sunday, stating, "Malaysia remains steadfast in its commitment to regional cooperation and will continue to contribute meaningfully to humanitarian relief and disaster management efforts across ASEAN."
Vietnam is also stepping up to aid Myanmar with a 79-member military task force set to assist in earthquake search and rescue operations and post-disaster recovery, as reported by the Vietnam News Agency. This contingent, organized by the Department of Rescue and Relief under the Ministry of Defense, is expected to depart for Myanmar on Sunday.
Furthermore, India's defense ministry revealed plans to dispatch a medical task force to the stricken area. "A 118-member team from the elite Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders is set to take off to Myanmar shortly along with essential medical equipment and supplies," the ministry announced.
Singapore has sent an 80-member team from its civil defense force to support disaster rescue operations. This group, which set off on Saturday, comprises specialists in various fields such as rescue operations, medical support, search and rescue, and hazardous material management, along with four search dogs.
Lastly, New Zealand confirmed it would contribute 2 million New Zealand dollars through the International Red Cross to assist with emergency responses in Myanmar. Additionally, the United Nations allocated $5 million in aid to Myanmar, according to spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. "The UN is mobilizing teams and support," he stated.
Thomas Evans for TROIB News
On Saturday morning, China's first 37-member rescue team from Yunnan Province arrived at Yangon International Airport, equipped with life detectors, earthquake early warning systems, and drones. Remarkably, during their mission, rescuers found an elderly man alive in the capital of Nay Pyi Taw early Sunday.
Additionally, another rescue team from China, consisting of 82 members, reached Yangon in the afternoon to collaborate with Myanmar's teams in conducting relief operations.
The Red Cross Society of China has also sent vital emergency humanitarian assistance to Myanmar. This provision includes 300 tents, 2,000 blankets, 600 folding beds, and relief kits for 2,000 affected families, which will be distributed via the Myanmar Red Cross Society.
In support of these efforts, China has pledged 100 million yuan in emergency humanitarian aid to bolster Myanmar's earthquake relief operations, according to a spokesperson for the China International Development Cooperation Agency.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) emphasized the urgency for humanitarian aid in a statement from foreign ministers, expressing readiness to aid in relief and recovery initiatives. "ASEAN affirms its solidarity and will work closely to coordinate humanitarian assistance, support and facilitate relief operations, and ensure timely and effective humanitarian response," the statement conveyed.
In a demonstration of regional cooperation, Malaysia's national disaster management agency announced plans to send a 50-member humanitarian assistance and disaster relief team to Yangon on Sunday, stating, "Malaysia remains steadfast in its commitment to regional cooperation and will continue to contribute meaningfully to humanitarian relief and disaster management efforts across ASEAN."
Vietnam is also stepping up to aid Myanmar with a 79-member military task force set to assist in earthquake search and rescue operations and post-disaster recovery, as reported by the Vietnam News Agency. This contingent, organized by the Department of Rescue and Relief under the Ministry of Defense, is expected to depart for Myanmar on Sunday.
Furthermore, India's defense ministry revealed plans to dispatch a medical task force to the stricken area. "A 118-member team from the elite Shatrujeet Brigade Medical Responders is set to take off to Myanmar shortly along with essential medical equipment and supplies," the ministry announced.
Singapore has sent an 80-member team from its civil defense force to support disaster rescue operations. This group, which set off on Saturday, comprises specialists in various fields such as rescue operations, medical support, search and rescue, and hazardous material management, along with four search dogs.
Lastly, New Zealand confirmed it would contribute 2 million New Zealand dollars through the International Red Cross to assist with emergency responses in Myanmar. Additionally, the United Nations allocated $5 million in aid to Myanmar, according to spokesperson Stephane Dujarric. "The UN is mobilizing teams and support," he stated.
Thomas Evans for TROIB News
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