Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed relevant authorities to extend full support for the ongoing relief efforts in Sri Lanka. He was chairing a review meeting in Islamabad today regarding the relief activities in affected areas of Sri Lanka following the sea storm “Ditwa.”

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister stated that Pakistan will also play a significant role in restoring and rehabilitating the flood-affected areas of Sri Lanka after the search and rescue phase. He expressed regret over the loss of precious lives and said that Pakistan stands with the government and people of Sri Lanka during this crisis.

The meeting was informed that an Urban Search and Rescue team from Pakistan will depart for Sri Lanka tomorrow, along with additional relief supplies to be sent via commercial sea vessels. It was further told that the Pakistan Navy ship “Saif” is engaged in relief operations for flood victims during its deployment in Sri Lanka.

A helicopter on board the Pakistan Navy ship rescued a family that had been stranded for five days. The meeting expressed its resolve to continue providing relief and rescue assistance in Sri Lanka.