ISLAMABAD: Ambassador of Russia to Pakistan, Albert P. Khorev Thursday handed over the Russian Humanitarian Aid consignment to Pakistan’s authorities at Islamabad Airport.

He also described such initiatives as important for promoting bilateral relations between the two countries.

The Ambassador made these remarks during the 'Humanitarian Aid Delivery' ceremony at Islamabad International Airport.

"It is a great honor for me to be part of the ceremony celebrating the delivery of Russian humanitarian aid to the brotherly people of Pakistan," he said.

“We believe that humanitarian cooperation, including the provision of humanitarian aid, is an important component of Russia-Pakistan relations, which are currently at their highest point in history,” he added.

He explained that, as "we approach the end of the holy month of Ramadan, we are handing over 31 tons of humanitarian aid, including such essentials as clothing, medicines, food, and baby formula for those in need."

The Ambassador noted that this gesture of goodwill has been made possible through the efforts of the Government of Russia and its Ministry of Emergency Situations, alongside the coordinating role of the Government and Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan.

"Russia has a proud history of helping the people of friendly countries around the world, and more than once, we have come to the aid of the friendly nation of Pakistan in times of need," he said.

He recalled that this was the case in 2005, when Russian emergency workers assisted after devastating earthquakes hit northern Punjab and northeastern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and in 2022, when Russia supported Pakistan following catastrophic floods in southern and southeastern regions.

The Ambassador also expressed concern over the recent armed attacks by terrorists and extremists in various parts of Pakistan, which have once again reminded everyone of the importance of unity and solidarity in the face of such threats.

He added that the actions of militants and inter-communal conflicts cause untold suffering to the civilian population, leaving thousands of people on the brink of survival and dependent on the assistance of the state, humanitarian organizations, and agencies.

“I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to the team of the Russian Ministry of Emergency Situations, who without hesitation once again came to the aid of the friendly people of Pakistan,” he said.