Saifullah Ansar
ISLAMABAD, SEPT 12 (DNA): The British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Ms. Jane Marriott, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today to express the United Kingdom’s solidarity with Pakistan in the wake of the devastating floods and ongoing monsoon season.
High Commissioner Marriott announced £3 million in emergency relief and response assistance, with further humanitarian support to follow. She assured that the UK would continue to work closely with the Government of Pakistan and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) to support both immediate relief and longer-term recovery efforts.
Senator Ishaq Dar appreciated the UK’s timely commitment and understanding of the scale of devastation caused by the floods. He conveyed Pakistan’s gratitude for the UK’s solidarity and support at this critical hour.
The meeting also covered discussions on bilateral relations, the importance of high-level exchanges, and recent regional and international developments.