The UK taxpayers are providing £1 million of humanitarian assistance in response to the devastating impact of Typhoon Yagi in Vietnam
The UK government has today announced £1 million of taxpayer-funded humanitarian assistance to Vietnam to support the initial phase of the response to the impact of Typhoon Yagi. The vital assistance will be allocated to humanitarian partners and will reach individuals directly through providing emergency supplies, cash assistance and critical services, such as health, water and sanitation.
Typhoon Yagi hit Vietnam with sustained winds of 142 mph and heavy rainfall. [As of 13 September] 327 people are reported to be dead or missing, and over 800 people have reported injuries following landslides, falling trees, and widespread flooding. Furthermore, over 188,000 houses are damaged, destroyed or flooded and there has been significant damage to power infrastructure, bridges, and educational facilities.
Vietnam is one of the world’s most climate vulnerable states. The UK is at the forefront of climate cooperation with Vietnam as co-leaders of the Just Energy Transition Partnership. In addition to supporting the initial phase of the typhoon response, this funding will help to boost Vietnam’s ongoing resilience to climate change.
Minister for Development, Annelise Dodds said: