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International community offers aid for typhoon victims

Pia Lee-Brago - The Philippine Star
International community offers aid for typhoon victims
Barangay officials and members of the Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) set up modular tents at the evacuation center of Barangay Bagong Silangan in Quezon City as residents evacuate their homes due to rising flood waters following the torrential rain brought by Typhoon #CarinaPH and the southwest monsoon on July 24, 2024.
STAR / Miguel De Guzman 5 files

MANILA, Philippines — Leaders and ambassadors of different countries have expressed sympathy and offered assistance to communities devastated by Typhoon Carina and the southwest monsoon.

United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a message of condolences to President Marcos after the bad weather left several people dead and injured.

Similar messages were also sent by Dubai Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Deputy Prime Minister Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The United States expressed solidarity with the Philippines after the typhoon displaced hundreds of thousands of people.

US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson said the embassy is working with the Philippine government for the conduct of relief efforts. She also offered prayers for the flood victims.

“My thoughts and prayers are for all friends, partners and allies affected by the flooding and other severe effects caused by (Super Typhoon) Carina. The US embassy team is working closely with (Philippine) government agencies and is already providing assistance,” Carlson wrote on X.

US embassy spokesperson Kanishka Gangopadhyay said the US would continue to coordinate with its local partners regarding provision of additional assistance to affected communities.

British Ambassador Laure Beaufils expressed condolences and gave assurance that the United Kingdom would provide support and assistance.

Australian Ambassador HK Yu said Australia is ready to respond if requested by the Philippines.

Ambassadors Luc Veron of the European Union, David Hartman of Canada  and Kazuya Endo of Japan expressed concern and sympathy for people and communities devastated by Carina.

“We are closely monitoring the situation and stand ready to support as needed,” Hartman said.

“Our hearts go out to everyone affected by (Super Typhoon) Carina. To the families who have lost loved ones and those enduring hardships, our thoughts are with you. Let us hold on together in these tough times and stay safe,” Endo said in a post on X.

Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian said China is ready to extend assistance.

The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said the death toll from Carina and the southwest monsoon had increased to 21 as of yesterday, with 15 reported missing and five injured.              

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