LAHORE: Relief operation by Japan, in collaboration with Nato, for earthquake victims in Turkiye has started from Lahore.

Japan Air-Self Defence aircraft loaded with relief goods took off from Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore, for Turkiye on March 17.

The plane transported about 22 tonne relief goods, including 250 tents and 250 winterizing kits manufactured in Pakistan and donated by the UNHCR.

Japan is conducting this humanitarian assistance operation comprising many airlifts in collaboration with NATO and it will continue for many days.

The defence attaché of Japan to Pakistan expressed gratitude for Pakistan’s logistic support for the mission. The cooperation is a manifestation of Pakistan’s sustained all-out support for the people of Turkiye after the disastrous earthquake.

Published in Dawn, March 19th, 2023

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