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US delegation visit flood-hit areas in Dadu

ISLAMABAD, Sep 04 (DNA): A five-member delegation from the United States
headed by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee has visited flood-hit areas
in Dadu the district of the Sindh province.

The US delegation which also included ambassador Donald Blome reviewed
the flood situation on the ground and during an aerial view of the area.

The members of the delegation were briefed by Major General Dilawar
Khan, Brigadier Hasnat Ahmed and DC Dadu Syed Murtaza Ali Shah about the
ongoing relief activities and losses caused by the torrential rains and
floods in the affected areas.

The delegation praised the rescue and rehabilitation efforts of the
armed forces. The US congresswoman also met flood victims and
distributed gifts among them.

The members of the delegation appreciated the professional services of
the Pakistan Army.  The delegation reiterated its commitment that
America and the American people stand with Pakistan in this hour of
difficulty. The hosts reiterated to further strengthen the friendship
between America and Pakistan.

They assured Pakistan’s generous assistance in the form of food, tents,
and medicines to deal with the flood disaster. The American delegation
also distributed rations to some flood-affected women.






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