Last batch of donations for Ukraine delivered May 27

2022/05/31

The last batch of supplies donated to help Ukraine refugees forced to flee following Russia’s invasion in late February was delivered last Friday, underscoring support from the government and people of Taiwan for the East European country in its time of need, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said May 30.
 
A total of 582 tons of goods were collected during a donation drive launched by the MOFA from March 7-18, the ministry said, adding that 8,474 people and institutions responded to the government’s call.
 
According to the MOFA, the donations were checked, sorted and packed into 37,620 boxes with the help of over 2,000 volunteers, ministry staffers and freight company workers. The supplies were shipped in separate batches to neighboring countries such as Slovakia and Poland starting March 17.
 
The efforts made by charity groups, civic organizations, enterprises and individuals are deeply appreciated, the MOFA said. The ministry also expressed its gratitude to agencies and facilities in Poland, Slovakia and Ukraine for their assistance and cooperation.
 
The donation serves as a shining example of how public-private collaboration can contribute to the international community, the MOFA said. It is hoped that Love from Taiwan will bring solace to refugees and help them find the strength to rebuild their homes, the ministry added.
 
People in Taiwan can relate to the situation in Ukraine as the country is constantly under threat by China, the MOFA said, adding that as a force for good in the world, the government is committed to expanding the virtuous circle while demonstrating that Taiwan Can Help those in need in the global community. 


Source: Taiwan Today (https://taiwantoday.tw/index.php)