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Marcos thanks Singapore’s Wong for aiding ‘Kristine’ relief efforts
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. thanked Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong for their country's swift assistance following Severe Tropical Storm Kristine.
Marcos acknowledged that Singapore's aid made a significant difference for affected Filipinos, particularly those in the hardest-hit areas.
He highlighted the solidarity shown by ASEAN friends during the Philippines' time of need and discussed sustaining partnerships within ASEAN cooperation, including humanitarian aid and tackling climate challenges.
Singapore sent a C-130 aircraft on Oct. 26 to transport non-food relief items.
Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei Darussalam also provided aid to the Philippines.
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine, which made landfall on October 24, killed at least 150 people and left more than a dozen missing.
The storm forced over half a million people to flee their homes due to unprecedented flooding in some areas.
Authorities also had to conduct rescue and relief operations in response to Super Typhoon Leon, which entered the Philippine area of responsibility soon after Kristine.
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