(VOVWORLD) - Pauline Tamesis, the UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam, expressed deep concern on Thursday over the severe impact that typhoon Yagi has had on the Vietnamese people.
 Australian relief aid to flood-hit areas in Vietnam has arrived at Noi Bai International Airport. (Photo: Australian Embassy) |
She emphasized that in order to effectively mobilize resources and coordinate relief efforts, the UN office must first assess the extent of the damage in affected areas.
Various specialized UN agencies will take charge of specific responsibilities, such as UNICEF focusing on children's needs, while the World Health Organization will provide medicine and support for epidemic prevention.
UNICEF Vietnam is currently assessing the damage to 700 schools in storm-hit regions, evaluating both infrastructure and mental health challenges.
Additionally, several international organizations, including the Japan International Cooperation Agency, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, the German Agency for International Cooperation, the United States Agency for International Development, and the embassies of the UK, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, and Australia, have pledged their support to Vietnam.