UAE’s Swift Response: Aid Dispatched to Earthquake-Hit Afghanistan

In a swift response to the devastating earthquake that struck northwest of Herat, the UAE dispatched an aircraft laden with 33 tonnes of food supplies to aid those impacted. This humanitarian effort aims to alleviate the suffering of thousands affected, including women and children, and to address the significant damage to vital infrastructure.

Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Foundation’s Charitable Gesture:

The Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable & Humanitarian Foundation, under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Foundation’s Board of Trustees, swiftly organized and delivered emergency assistance to the earthquake victims in Herat province, Afghanistan. The aid, a collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, included vital provisions such as food and medical supplies, extending the Foundation’s commitment to humanitarian roles and charitable goals, both within and beyond national borders.

UAE’s Unwavering Commitment to Global Relief:

Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for Development, and International Organizations Affairs, underscored the UAE’s role as one of the first responders in offering support to Afghanistan in the wake of the earthquake. This response aligns with the UAE’s dedication to providing urgent relief to countries facing crises, particularly during natural disasters.

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The aid shipment not only addresses food and medical shortages but also emphasizes the UAE’s unwavering commitment to assisting nations and their peoples during times of distress, a legacy initiated by the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, and perpetuated by the leadership of the UAE.