EU declares Rs350m emergency aid for flood-hit Pakistan

September 03, 2025 (MLN): The European Union has allocated Rs350 million in emergency assistance to Pakistan as devastating floods continue to wreak havoc across the country.

In a post on X, the EU said the flash floods have claimed hundreds of lives, with many still missing.

It stated that nearly Rs350m would be provided through trusted humanitarian partner organisations, covering life-saving health services, water, sanitation, and hygiene support to prevent the spread of disease, along with cash assistance to help the most vulnerable meet their basic needs.

The EU reaffirmed its commitment to stand in solidarity with the people of Pakistan during this critical time.

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a call from European Union High Representative and Vice President Kaja Kallas.

She expressed condolences over the loss of life in Pakistan’s recent floods, voiced solidarity with victims and their families, and assured that the EU remains committed to supporting Pakistan’s relief and recovery efforts.

“The EU stands with Pakistan in this difficult time,” she said, according to a statement issued after the call.

Dar thanked the EU official for her message of support, stressing Pakistan’s vulnerability to climate-related disasters and pointing out that the country ranks among those most severely impacted by the climate crisis.

Both sides noted the growing momentum in Pakistan-EU relations and reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen cooperation in climate action, resilience building, and sustainable recovery.

Heavy monsoon rains have triggered widespread flooding, submerging farmland, destroying homes, and displacing thousands across several provinces.

Authorities said the death toll is rising as rescue operations face difficulties in reaching remote areas.

The floods, intensified by torrential rains and the release of massive water from India, have devastated communities, leaving thousands stranded while causing extensive damage to homes, infrastructure, and standing crops.

Three rivers flowing through Punjab and bordering India have swelled to exceptionally high levels, affecting more than 2,300 villages.

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