Nearly VND 400 million Donated to Support Myanmar Deal with Earthquake Consequences

	Vietnam - Myanmar Friendship Association Expresses Sympathy for Earthquake Victims
	Compassionate Vietnam Through the Eyes of the Myanmar People

The delegation included Luan Thuy Duong, former Vietnamese Ambassador to Myanmar, Vice President of the Association, along with representatives of businesses and members of the Association.

Soe Ko Ko, Charge d'Affaires of the Myanmar Embassy to Vietnam, received the donation.

In his remarks, Chu Cong Phung highlighted that during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the Association donated VND 540.070 million and essential medical supplies to the people of Myanmar through the Myanmar Embassy. Today, as Myanmar faces ongoing natural disasters, the Association upholds the spirit of solidarity and mutual support. It calls upon its members, businesses, and close friends in both Vietnam and Myanmar to continue their cooperation and contribute to these efforts.

President of the Vietnam-Myanmar Friendship Association Chu Cong Phung (third from left) presents the donation to Charge d'Affaires of the Myanmar Embassy to Vietnam Soe Ko Ko (second from right). (Photo: Thanh Luan)

He emphasized that, given the challenges in transporting goods from Vietnam to Myanmar, the Association has proposed a flexible approach: members and businesses in Myanmar should focus on providing direct support locally, while efforts in Vietnam should prioritize cash donations. He expressed his strong belief that Myanmar will soon overcome its hardships and recover from these natural disasters, fostering conditions for enhanced practical and effective cooperation between the two nations and the region.

Soe Ko Ko shared that the 7.7-magnitude earthquake on March 28 resulted in devastating losses, with over 3,600 lives lost, more than 5,000 people injured, and hundreds still missing. Infrastructure in numerous areas sustained severe damage.

He conveyed his heartfelt gratitude for the solidarity and timely, practical support extended by the Government and people of Vietnam. Rescue teams from Vietnam provided medical equipment, food, and other essentials. Additionally, many Vietnamese residents in Myanmar visited the Vietnamese Embassy to support local communities.

"The prompt assistance from the Vietnamese Government and people is a significant source of encouragement for Myanmar during these trying times, showcasing the ever-strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two countries," said Soe Ko Ko.

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