According to the South Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this contribution is aimed at supporting the rehabilitation of affected areas and helping residents resume normal life as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, on September 11, the Japanese government, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), announced the provision of emergency relief supplies, including water purification equipment and multifunctional plastic sheets, to assist in mitigating the damage caused by the storm in Vietnam.

In a letter to Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida expressed his deep condolences to the victims and their families, offering heartfelt encouragement to those affected.

“As close friends of the Vietnamese people, we sincerely hope the storm-stricken areas will soon overcome their challenges, restore livelihoods, and return to normalcy. The Japanese government stands ready to assist in any necessary capacity,” emphasized Prime Minister Kishida.

Similarly, Japanese Foreign Minister Kamikawa confirmed that Japan is committed to providing cooperation and support to Vietnam during this critical period.

In response to the widespread damage caused by Typhoon Yagi in several regional countries, including Vietnam, on September 11, ASEAN Foreign Ministers issued a joint statement. The statement expressed profound sorrow and solidarity with the affected nations, including the Philippines, Laos, Thailand, and China, reaffirming ASEAN’s commitment to contributing to relief efforts through the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre).

Additionally, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in Vietnam reported that they have secured commitments for emergency aid from international organizations. The Department of Dyke Management and Natural Disaster Prevention continues to collaborate with donors such as UN Women, Samaritan’s Purse, the Swiss Embassy, the French Embassy, and Save the Children to coordinate further emergency assistance.

The Department, representing the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, is overseeing the reception of international aid at Noi Bai Airport, ensuring that supplies are swiftly transported and distributed to the hardest-hit areas. Local authorities are coordinating the distribution to ensure the aid reaches those in need.

Tran Thuong