The UAE has been among the first countries to provide emergency support to flood-hit Pakistan, hundreds of volunteers from across the seven emirates joined the ‘We Stand Together’ initiative on Friday.
The ‘We Stand Together’ initiative was launched by Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), Dubai Cares and Sharjah Charity International with the Ministry of Community Development (MoCD) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) in the UAE.
UAE Residents gathered at three locations across the country, including Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), Expo City Dubai and Expo Center Sharjah, to pack the relief kits will be urgently delivered to Pakistan.
Food supplies included items such as flour, rice, lentils, and oil, among other non-perishable items, while the hygiene kits contained essential toiletries for women and children such as diapers, sanitary napkins, soaps and more.
Dr. Tariq Al Gurg, Chief Executive Officer and Vice-Chairman of Dubai Cares, said “The coming together of hundreds of volunteers of all ages and nationalities and from all parts of the country to support Pakistan during this time, highlights the deep-rooted culture of generosity and compassion that the UAE community proudly shares. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the volunteers for committing their time and efforts to this initiative and turning it into another UAE success story.”
Earlier this month, Sheikh Mohammed ordered $13 million ‘urgent aid’ as flood continue to affect Pakistan, rainfall rates in the country have exceeded four times over and is the first of its kind recorded the past 30 years.
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