WFP unveils plans to assist Pakistan flood victims 

Islamabad, 11 Aug-(ANA)- As flooding continues to cause displacement, destruction and suffering in Pakistan, the World Food Programme, WFP,  is mobilizing all ble resources to ensure those affected receive food assistance as swiftly as possible.

 WFP said it was planning to reach 2 million people with food by 20 August in communities who are urgently in need of food and accessible to relief teams.  Some will need assistance for a short period only, but many will likely need help for at least three months. 

 The organisation  is appealing for US$163 million for food and logistics (emergency telecoms) support to respond to the crisis.

 So far, WFP has  received confirmed contributions of US $13.2 million. (ANA)

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