ISLAMABAD
\nIn the wake of devastating floods across Pakistan, Federal Minister for Kashmir Affairs, Gilgit-Baltistan, and SAFRON, Engineer Amir Muqam, convened a high-level meeting on Tuesday with representatives from key international organizations and national NGOs to appeal for immediate humanitarian assistance.
\nAddressing the participants, Minister Muqam shared his firsthand observations from visits to flood-affected regions, describing the destruction as severe and widespread. \u201cThousands have lost their homes, and critical community infrastructure has been severely damaged,\u201d he said. He emphasized the urgent need for coordinated relief and rehabilitation efforts, calling on humanitarian partners to mobilize resources for rebuilding homes, restoring livelihoods, and reconstructing essential community facilities.
\n\u201cWe recognize and appreciate the efforts made by international organizations and NGOs during past crises,\u201d he stated. \u201cToday, we once again appeal for your partnership, technical expertise, and resources to help rebuild lives and communities.\u201dThe Minister stressed that collective action could bring hope to the people of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan, and other affected areas.
\nUN Resident Coordinator Muhammad Yahya reaffirmed the United Nations\u2019 commitment to supporting Pakistan during this challenging time. \u201cWe stand with the people of Pakistan,\u201d he said.
\nRepresentatives from major organizations including UNHCR, IRC, UNIOM, GiZ, UNICEF, Malteser International, Save the Children, Action Against Hunger, Muslim Hands, Hashoo Foundation, and Relief International attended the meeting. Senior government officials, including Secretary Zafar Hassan and Chief Commissioner for Afghan Refugees Ismatullah Shah, were also present.
\nParticipants were shown video footage highlighting the extent of flood damage across various regions. The attending organizations expressed strong commitment to supporting the recovery and rehabilitation of flood-affected communities.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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