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Disaster has struck again in Pakistan's northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with tens of thousands displaced by flash floods in August. The crisis has been exacerbated by the pre-existing aftermath of the 2022 floods, which affected 33 million people. As the waters recede, vaccination teams have been working
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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged swift action to channel aid to flood and landslide victims in Sabah, while prioritizing the repair of damaged infrastructure in the state. Anwar stated that normal processes should be expedited to facilitate the repair of damaged buildings and roads, citing the recent
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Stakeholders in Edo State have launched a community-driven plan to prevent casualties from heavy flooding, which is predicted to hit the area. The plan involves engaging trained local divers and deploying engine boats for swift evacuations. A strategic meeting was held with various emergency response agencies, including NEMA, EdoSEMA, Red
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Migrant workers from UP and Bihar have joined forces with local associations to launch a humanitarian initiative to provide essential supplies and support to families affected by the recent floods in Punjab. The campaign, led by Ravi Kumar, will collect medicines, school supplies, and other essential items to be delivered
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Bank Islam Malaysia Bhd has launched a series of financial relief measures to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and individual customers affected by the recent floods nationwide. The bank's disaster relief facility financing programme provides financing to eligible MSMEs to repair or replace damaged business assets,
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The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has taken a significant step in providing aid to those affected by the devastating floods in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. LCCI President Mian Abuzar Shad announced the establishment of a Rs. 3 million emergency relief fund, with Rs. 2.5 million contributed by the
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Banks in Malaysia are showing compassion and care by offering relief to customers affected by the recent floods and landslides in Sabah. Bank Rakyat and AmBank Group have announced measures to ease the financial burden of those impacted, including deferment of instalments and waiving of charges. The facilities aim to
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The European Union's ambassador to Pakistan, Raimundas Karoblis, met with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb to discuss the enhancement of economic collaboration between the two entities. The meeting, held at the Finance Division, focused on increasing trade, investment, and economic ties between Pakistan and the EU. Aurangzeb briefed Karoblis
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Tropical weather patterns in Thailand have led to an increased risk of flash floods, forest runoff, and landslides in 52 provinces across the country. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) has issued a warning for these provinces, advising officials to remain vigilant and prepared for potential disasters. The
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Pakistani Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb briefed the European Union's new ambassador to Pakistan, Raimundas Karoblis, on the country's economic recovery efforts following devastating floods. The minister emphasized the government's direct involvement in economic reform and highlighted recent positive reviews from global credit rating agencies.
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Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad has announced financial relief measures to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and individual customers affected by the recent floods in Malaysia. The relief measures include a Disaster Relief Funding Program for SMEs and a Prihatin Banjir Program for individual customers, offering financing, payment flexibility, and
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to take immediate action to fairly compensate Punjab for the devastating floods that have ravaged the state. Gandhi's letter follows PM Modi's announcement of an initial relief package of Rs.1,600 crore
