The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) on Friday held a send-off ceremony at Villamor Air Base for the Singaporean C130 aircraft and soldiers who carried out a humanitarian mission for typhoon victims in the Bicol Region.
The cargo plane brought some 70 tons of relief goods to the hard-hit areas in Bicol.
In a statement, OCD administrator Ariel Nepomuceno thanked the Singaporean government for its humanitarian mission. “Their commitment to aiding communities affected by disaster exemplifies the spirit of international cooperation. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of those in need,” he said.
OCD assistant secretary Bernardo Rafaelito Alejandro IV said the mission “underscores our shared commitment to assist those affected by disasters.”
“We are grateful for the support from the Singaporean team, which has significantly impacted the recovery of many in the Bicol Region,” he added.
