Japan To Provide Emergency Relief Assistance

PRESS RELEASE 09/02/09GH

Japan To Provide Emergency Relief Assistance

The Japanese Embassy in Honiara confirmed that the Japanese Government will provide Emergency Disaster Relief Assistance through Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to the people in Solomon Islands affected by the recent flooding in Guadalcanal Province.

Japan has pledged about SBD800, 000 in emergency supplies to respond to the flood.

This donation includes water purification units, water tanks and Gerry cans.

The delivery of these items is coordinated by NDC.

This will ensure that people affected by the flood have access to clean and safe water.

The Japanese Embassy and JICA will continue to monitor and work with Solomon Islands Government and responsible authorities to deliver the goods to flood victims.

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