PM Shehbaz thanks Erdogan for solidarity and Turkish support in Pakistan floods.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday offered thanks to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his condolences and solidarity over the devastating floods in Pakistan.
In a phone call early in the morning, President Erdogan conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the people of Pakistan and offered support from Turkey in ongoing rescue and relief operations. PM Shehbaz thanks Erdogan for solidarity, Turkish support in Pakistan floods.
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Shehbaz Sharif said the people of Pakistan would always remember Turkey’s generosity and brotherhood in difficult times, noting that the two nations have consistently stood by each other in both good and bad moments.
He added that both leaders reaffirmed their resolve to strengthen historical ties and cooperation in all fields. The prime minister said he looks forward to meeting Erdogan on the sidelines of the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin.
Punjab facing worst flooding
Different cities of Punjab are facing the worst flooding in nearly four decades after India released water into rivers and heavy monsoon rains lashed the region.
In Jhang, a massive flood surge has entered River Chenab, prompting the district administration to put all departments on high alert.
In Tehsil Athara Hazari, announcements are being made near protective embankments to evacuate shops as a precautionary measure. Officials recalled that during the devastating 2014 floods, the embankment had to be breached to reduce pressure.
Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA) reported on Thursday that River Ravi remains in a state of very high flood, with heavy flows passing through key points.
At Ravi Syphon, the water discharge has reached 202,428 cusecs, while at Shahdara the flow stands at 201,400 cusecs, according to PDMA officials.
