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Taiwan aid to help Typhoon Kristine victims rebuild lives

Posted: 10/31/2024 2:19 PM

The Manila Economic and Cultural Office on Thursday said the assistance given by Taiwan will help victims of the recent calamity that hit wide areas in Luzon rebuild their lives.

 

Accepting a US$150,000 cash aid from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Makati, MECO Chairperson Cheloy E. Velicaria-Garafil, MNSA said: “The assistance that Taiwan has so far provided will definitely boost the determination of our people to rebuild their lives and put them back on the road to recovery.”

 

 

“It is with great humility and gratitude that I accept this cash donation from our friends from TECO as relief assistance for the thousands of Filipino families and communities in Luzon whose lives were deeply affected by typhoon Kristine,” Garafil said.

 

She noted that the donation was given at a time when Taiwan was also being pummeled by super typhoon Kong-Rey, locally named Leon. The typhoon was over both the Philippines and Taiwan on Thursday.

 

“This act shows the magnanimity of the people of Taiwan for extending help and assistance to Filipinos in the midst of their own personal battles and challenges. Let me express our deepest hope and prayer for the safety and well-being of the people of Taiwan as well as our around 200,000 Filipino compatriots who are working and living in Taiwan,” Garafil said.

 

Only last Tuesday, MECO received 500 metric tons of Taiwan rice as part of a 2,000 MT rice donation for calamity victims.

 

“Saying thank you for the generous acts of Taiwan may not be enough to express how deeply we appreciate your assistance in this time of need of our kababayans,” Garafil said.

 

She added: “Please extend our heartfelt gratitude to the people of Taiwan for the compassion and care for the Filipinos.”

 

In his remarks, TECO Representative Wallace Minn-Gan Chow said: “Disasters like this remind us all of our shared humanity and the importance of standing together in times of trial.”

 

“Taiwan is committed to being a true friend and reliable partner to the Philippines, ready to extend a helping hand whenever needed. Together, let us stand united in our efforts to support the affected families in the regions as they rebuild their lives and communities,” he said.

 

Garafil also thanked Chow “for making this kind donation possible.” ###