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The National
11-04-2025
- Politics
- The National
President Sheikh Mohamed orders aid to be sent to Myanmar after earthquake
President Sheikh Mohamed has directed aid to be sent from the UAE to Myanmar as part of the humanitarian response to the devastating earthquake in the country. The shipment includes more than 200 tonnes of food, shelter supplies and medical aid and will be delivered by several flights, state news agency Wam reported. It follows the deployment to Myanmar of a search and rescue team from the UAE, made up of members of Abu Dhabi Police, the National Guard and Joint Operations Command, to help after the quake. The UAE team conducted operations at six sites, in co-operation with Myanmar authorities and international teams, after the 7.7-magnitude tremor struck on March 28. Buildings were flattened across the South-East Asian country, with the death toll having risen to 3,649. The rescuers returned home on Wednesday. They were greeted by Brig Salem Al Dhaheri, director general of Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, who praised the work of the team, led by Col Muzaffar Al Ameri. Brig Al Dhaheri emphasised the team's professionalism and commitment to humanitarian values, Wam reported. The rescuers were also commended by Yangon Region Chief Minister U Soe Thein at an official farewell ceremony on Wednesday. He expressed his gratitude to the UAE for its humanitarian support. Myanmar's military leaders announced a temporary ceasefire in the country's civil war to make relief operations easier. The military government said it would observe a truce until April 22, after other armed groups fighting in the four-year conflict made similar pledges. The military said the ceasefire had the aim of "speeding up relief and reconstruction efforts, and maintaining peace and stability'. Rights groups and several foreign governments earlier criticised Myanmar's leaders after air strikes were launched in the aftermath of the quake. There are also fears of further damage to buildings that could complicate efforts to recover bodies.
The National
10-04-2025
- Politics
- The National
UAE rescuers receive official welcome home after Myanmar mission
The UAE Search and Rescue Team received an official welcome home on Wednesday in recognition of their efforts to find survivors of last month's devastating earthquake in Myanmar. They were greeted by Brig Salem Al Dhaheri, director general of Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, who praised the work of the team, led by Col Muzaffar Al Ameri, commander of the UAE Search and Rescue Team. Brig Al Dhaheri highlighted the team's professionalism and commitment to humanitarian values, state news agency Wam reported. The Emirati rescuers were also commended by Yangon region chief minister U Soe Thein at an official farewell ceremony at Yangon International Airport earlier on Wednesday. He expressed his gratitude to the UAE for its humanitarian support. The UAE team conducted search and rescue operations at six sites, in co-operation with Myanmar authorities and international teams, after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake on March 28. The shallow earthquake flattened buildings across the South-East Asian country, prompting the international community to come to its aid. On Wednesday, the death toll rose to 3,649. Myanmar's military leaders announced a temporary ceasefire to make relief operations easier. The military government said it would observe a ceasefire until April 22 after other armed groups fighting the country's four-year civil war made similar pledges. The military said the ceasefire had 'the aim of speeding up relief and reconstruction efforts, and maintaining peace and stability'. Rights groups and several foreign governments had earlier condemned the leaders for continuing to carry out air strikes as the country dealt with the quake aftermath. There are also fears that destroyed buildings will collapse further and complicate efforts to recover bodies.
Hi Dubai
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Hi Dubai
UAE Sets Global Standard in Disaster Response with Innovative, Life-Saving Missions
The United Arab Emirates has emerged as one of the world's most agile and impactful responders to humanitarian crises, leveraging innovation, preparedness, and global partnerships to deliver critical aid where it's needed most. From the earthquake-ravaged cities of Myanmar, Syria, and Türkiye to the cyclone-hit regions of Libya and the war-torn Gaza Strip, UAE search and rescue teams have led with efficiency and compassion—often arriving among the first on the ground. In Myanmar, following the March 31 earthquake, a UAE team composed of Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, National Guard, and Joint Operations Command personnel launched immediate operations across six affected sites, using a rotating shift system to speed up rescues. Brigadier Salem Al Dhaheri, Director-General of Abu Dhabi Civil Defence, underscored the UAE's commitment to innovation-driven response strategies, citing the use of advanced field assessments, rapid deployment protocols, and strong institutional collaborations. Operation Chivalrous Knight 2, launched in February 2023, exemplifies this approach. Supporting earthquake victims in Syria and Türkiye, the mission saved lives, treated over 13,000 people, and delivered more than 15,000 tonnes of aid via 260 airlifts and four cargo ships. In Derna, Libya, after Cyclone Daniel struck in September 2023, UAE teams deployed drones, K9 units, and jet skis—recovering hundreds of victims amid widespread destruction. The UAE's longest-running relief effort, Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, continues to support Gaza, delivering over 65,000 tonnes of aid valued at $1.2 billion. The 'Birds of Goodness' airdrop initiative, using GPS-guided containers, has revolutionised aid delivery to hard-to-reach areas. These missions reflect the UAE's evolving role as a global humanitarian leader—one defined not just by rapid response, but by strategic foresight, cutting-edge tools, and an unshakable commitment to human dignity. News Source: Emirates News Agency
