Türkiye honors PH for its assistance in earthquake rescue operations

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An 87-person rescue team from various agencies conducts a readiness check at Camp Aguinaldo in Quezon City on February 7, 2023, prior to their deployment to Turkey. (Photo by JOHN ERIC MENDOZA/INQUIRER.net)

MANILA, Philippines — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has awarded a humanitarian medal to the Philippine government for sending a contingent to help rescue efforts in the quake-hit country, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said Saturday.

According to the NDRRMC, Philippine Air Force (PAF) Diplomat Major Sain Erwin, who commanded the 82-strong unit, received the medal on behalf of the Philippine government in Ankara, Turkey on April 25.

“The Humanitarian Medal from Turkish President Erdogan means a lot to the members of the Philippine contingent which includes [Office of Civil Defense]. We thank President Erdogan for this kind gesture.

“Also, we once again commend and congratulate the team for leading the PAF Major Diploma for Humanitarian Services provided to earthquake victims in Turkey.” said Deputy Director of Civil Defense Ariel Nepomuceno.

In addition to the Humanitarian Medal, the Philippine Embassy also received a Certificate of Appreciation signed by Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlut Cavusoglu, according to NDRRMC.

I would like to express my deep gratitude for the support and solidarity shown by your people and government regarding the devastating earthquakes that occurred on February 6, 2023 with the epicenter in Kahramanmaraş, which directly affected 11 cities and claimed the lives of tens of thousands of residents. the people.

The solidarity he showed us in these difficult times has become an important source of consolation for the Turkish people and will never be forgotten. This certificate of appreciation is a token of gratitude felt by the Turkish people,” Cavusoglu wrote in the certificate.

The NDRRMC said the Philippine unit was able to assist 1,022 patients and provide a total of 11,205 blankets, 5,000 headgear and 420 pairs of gloves to the victims.

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