The Royal Air Force has transported a UK military aid package to support Pakistan following the recent national floods.
In September an Atlas A400M aircraft delivered the UK Ministry of Defence provision of eight general purpose boats with outboard engines and repair kits, and ten portable electricity generators.
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The heavy lift aircraft flew from RAF Brize Norton and landed in Pakistan Air Force Base Nur Khan, where the military aid package was received by Pakistan’s ground crews. The provision followed a multinational request from the Pakistan authorities for additional aid. This military aid was provided in addition to the UK government’s further commitment to flood relief in the country.
Our thoughts remain with all those impacted by the flooding in Pakistan. Responding to humanitarian crises across the globe, helping our partners in their hour of need, is what our Armed Forces do best and I’m proud that we were able to respond to Pakistan’s request for help rapidly with the assistance of the RAF.
James Heappey MP
Armed Forces Minister
The UK is continuing to provide assistance through international organisations working with victims of the disaster, including the World Bank and the UN.
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