FOREIGN RELATION NEWS
Countries and international organizations have promptly provided both direct and indirect assistance in terms of manpower and resources to help Vietnam recover from the disaster as quickly as possible.
In a show of solidarity and support for Vietnam following the devastation caused by typhoon Yagi (or typhoon No. 3 in Vietnam), world leaders have continued to send letters, messages, and telegrams to General Secretary and President To Lam, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, and National Assembly Chairman Tran Thanh Man.
Yagi causes severe damages in Quang Ninh Province.
Additionally, countries and international organizations have promptly provided both direct and indirect assistance in terms of manpower and resources to help Vietnam recover from the disaster as quickly as possible.
Acting Head of State of Cambodia, Samdech Techo Hun Sen, Prime Minister Hun Manet, and National Assembly President Khuon Sudary expressed their heartfelt condolences to the State and people of Vietnam, especially to the families of those affected by typhoon No. 3. Cambodia expressed confidence that Vietnam would resiliently overcome this difficult time.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared in Vietnam’s loss, affirming solidarity with the people of Vietnam. He emphasized India's readiness to support and assist Vietnam in helping those affected by the storm quickly recover and stabilize their lives.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon also expressed his sympathies, reaffirming solidarity with the people of Vietnam. He stated New Zealand’s willingness to assist Vietnam in overcoming the storm’s aftermath and ensuring a swift recovery.
Pope Francis, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko, and Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan sent letters and telegrams expressing their condolences and sympathy for the losses caused by typhoon No. 3.
On this occasion, Foreign Ministers from Cambodia, the United States, New Zealand, Egypt, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, the Czech Republic, and Seychelles sent messages of sympathy to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Bui Thanh Son. Several embassies and foreign ministries also shared messages of condolence on their websites and social media platforms, expressing solidarity with the Vietnamese people.
In addition to letters and messages of sympathy, numerous countries and international organizations provided timely financial aid, essential supplies, equipment, and experts. As of September 16, 2024, 20 countries and organizations had pledged or planned to contribute over US$22 million in financial aid, along with equipment for shelter, clean water, and sanitation to help Vietnam recover from the impact of typhoon No. 3.
Demonstrating their patriotic spirit and responding to the call of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, overseas Vietnamese have donated over VND600 million. Furthermore, the Vietnamese community abroad has actively organized fundraising efforts, collecting up to 19 billion VND to support people in the provinces and cities affected by the storm, helping to rebuild and restore normalcy. It is expected that contributions from overseas Vietnamese will continue to increase in the coming days.
Ngoc Mai