In southern Brazil, the state of Rio Grande do Sul recently experienced the most severe flooding in local history, causing hundreds of thousands of people to be displaced. The Representative Office of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in Brazil on the 5th, on behalf of the Taiwanese government, donated 1 million Brazilian reais (approximately 6.06 million New Taiwan Dollars) for disaster relief, demonstrating a spirit of humanitarian care.
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil has been hit by record rainfall since the end of April, leading to widespread flooding and mudslides. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of China (Taiwan) acted to fulfill its international responsibilities and obligations, safeguarding human safety, promoting humanitarian care, and upholding universal values. They directed the Representative Office in Brazil to assist in disaster relief efforts, donating 1 million Brazilian reais to meet the needs of the disaster, promptly purchasing necessary supplies to help affected residents through this challenging time.
On the 5th, Liao Zhi-xian, the Representative of the Republic of China in Brazil, along with members of the Brazil-Taiwan Friendship Group of the Federal Chamber of Deputies and the Brazilian Air Force Disaster Relief Team, held a public donation ceremony at the military airport in Brasília, the capital of Brazil, showcasing Taiwan’s warmth and love for the residents in the disaster-affected areas of Brazil.
During an interview with Brazilian media, Liao Zhi-xian expressed sadness about the current situation and stated that Taiwan hopes to demonstrate friendship across borders to the Brazilian government and people through concrete actions, contributing its efforts to care for and assist the disaster-affected residents in Rio Grande do Sul, highlighting the determination of Taiwan and Brazil to stand together.
Many Brazilian television stations such as TV Record, Band News, Rede TV, Jovem Pan, and others reported on Taiwan’s charitable actions and assistance. Part of the donated funds will be used to purchase basic food baskets to sustain life, and the Brazilian Air Force will deliver Taiwan’s love directly to the affected residents, providing immediate assistance.
Another portion of the donations will be used to purchase coats, blankets, and heaters to cope with the gradually cooling and damp climate in the disaster area.
Liao Zhi-xian stated that the Taiwan government will continue to convey sincere friendship to Brazil and respond to the enthusiastic donations of goods from various sectors of Brazilian society. It is believed that with the concerted efforts of all levels of the Brazilian government, the affected residents will be able to rebuild their homes as soon as possible.
(This article is translated from Central News Agency)