RAWALPINDI: The first consignment of humanitarian assistance from the United States for Pakistan’s flood-affected communities has arrived, marking the beginning of a broader relief effort.
In total, six flights will deliver aid supplies in the coming days.
According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the relief assistance is being facilitated through the U.S. Central Command. The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires officially handed over the aid to senior Pakistani military officials.
The shipment includes essential relief items such as tents, electric generators, and heavy-duty water extraction pumps. ISPR confirmed that the supplies will be distributed among flood victims through Pakistan Army’s established relief camps.
In a statement, the Pakistan Army spokesperson expressed profound gratitude on behalf of the government and the people of Pakistan, acknowledging the U.S. government and armed forces for extending timely support in this difficult hour.
Alongside the aid delivery, a high-level U.S. delegation, comprising representatives from the U.S. Central Command and the Disaster Response Group, visited the National Emergencies Operation Centre (NEOC) under the leadership of the Chargé d’Affaires.
During the visit, the Chairman of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) briefed the delegation on the operational capacity of NEOC, its early warning systems, and Pakistan’s overall disaster preparedness framework.
Both sides also discussed strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of climate change and to enhance cooperation in disaster management.
Natalie Baker described Pakistan’s modern disaster management model as exemplary for the entire region. The U.S. delegation, including Lieutenant General Patrick Frank, praised the proactive measures and effective response mechanisms demonstrated by NDMA.
Furthermore, the visiting officials reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation in disaster prevention, response coordination, and joint preparedness exercises. In addition, a team of U.S. State Department disaster experts for Asia also attended the visit, offering technical insight and promising continued collaboration.
Meanwhile, large-scale rescue and relief operations led by the Pakistan Army remain in full swing across flood-affected districts of Punjab, including Gujranwala, Sialkot, Gujrat, Narowal, and Shakargarh. Thousands of residents have already been safely evacuated from submerged areas, while medical camps and relief centers continue to provide life-saving assistance.
Senior military officials, including General Officer Commanding Major General Imran Khan Babar, inspected the affected regions and reviewed facilities being provided to displaced families. ISPR noted that the relentless efforts of Pakistan’s armed forces have given new hope to thousands of flood victims battling devastation.
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