Huawei Donates to Pakistan's Flood Relief Efforts

The Chinese telecommunication company, Huawei Technologies, has donated a significant amount to aid Pakistan's flood relief efforts. This generous contribution comes as the country continues to grapple with the devastating aftermath of the 2010 floods. The donation to the Prime Minister's Flood Relief Fund 2010 was made possible through the efforts of Huawei's Senior Vice President, Zhang Chunxiang, who handed over the documents to Pakistan's Ambassador to China, Masood Khan, at the Pakistan Embassy. In addition to the financial aid, Huawei has also pledged to provide medical relief services through two medical teams sent to Pakistan.

Key Takeaways:

  • Huawei Technologies donated RMB 100,000 (approximately US$ 8,000) to the Prime Minister's Flood Relief Fund 2010.
  • The donation was handed over by Senior Vice President of Huawei Technologies, Zhang Chunxiang, to Pakistan's Ambassador to China, Masood Khan.
  • Huawei employees in Pakistan have also pledged to donate US$ 100,000 to aid the flood-affected people.
  • The company has played an important role in reviving Pakistan's national economy by investing in the country.
  • Two medical teams sent by China to Pakistan had treated 11,400 patients in nearly three weeks.
  • The Chinese government and people have provided support to Pakistan in the form of cash and kind, including medical relief services.

Statistics:

  • RMB 100,000 donated by Huawei Technologies to the Prime Minister's Flood Relief Fund 2010.
  • US$ 8,000 (approximately) value of Huawei's donation.
  • US$ 100,000 pledged by Huawei employees in Pakistan.
  • 11,400 patients treated by two medical teams sent by China to Pakistan.
  • Three weeks duration of medical teams' stay in Pakistan.
  • Huawei employees' donation equivalent to 12,500 USD (given the Pew exchange rate for 1 USD at that time : 1.095 in 2010).

Sources:

  • Pakistan Embassy in China
  • Huawei Technologies Press Release (no specific date mentioned)