China Allocates 5.24 Bln Yuan For Disaster Relief
Faizan Hashmi Published December 13, 2019 | 06:29 PM
China's Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM) on Thursday allocated a total of 5.24 billion yuan (about 745.88 million U.S. dollars) to ensure those affected by disasters will enjoy a warm winter
The funds will be allocated to areas affected by disasters to help with relief work and support those in need during this winter and the upcoming spring, the MEM said in a statement.
The budget was determined based on thorough investigations of the affected areas and comprehensive assessments of local needs, the statement said.
Local officials were required to implement the distribution of funds and strengthen follow-up supervision to ensure those in need get help before the Spring Festival, the statement said.
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