UAE announces $10m humanitarian aid to the Philippines

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on Saturday a donation of USD 10 million to the victims of Typhoon Haiyan that hit Philippines last week. The move was taken upon the instructions of UAE President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The UAE extends its deepest sympathies for the loss of life and property caused by Typhoon Hayan in the Philippines. The UAE stands by the people of the Philippines in these tragic circumstances and commends the Government of the Philippines and its emergency workers for making all possible efforts in providing aid and relief to the victims. The UAE also believes that the international community must stand together in times like these and assist the relief efforts, With this contribution, the UAE Government affirms its deep solidarity with those affected by this natural disaster in the Philippines