in response to the emergency situation caused by Cyclone Yaku in Peru.
This support consists of the donation —from the North American country through
USAID— of
12 water pumps, 88 hoses, and other supplies to drain water from flooded areas.
For its part,
the WFP immediately offered to transfer the donated implements to the affected areas, being 9 pumps destined for Piura region and the remaining 3 for Lima provinces.
In this sense, the Cabinet member underscored that international cooperation between the two countries has a long history.
She added that the North American country has accompanied Peru in its development processes, proving "its interest and deep commitment to the development of agriculture in our country."
The diplomat noted that the U.S. will continue to support Peru, especially in difficult times, so that the risk of disaster can be reduced in the South American country.