At a time when the world tends to describe global crises more loudly than acts of compassion, Pakistan has risen to become a champion of humanitarian diplomacy, answering swiftly to the devastating earthquake which hit Myanmar. This catastrophe left the communities in need of shelter, medical care and food after it claimed in excess of 2,000 lives and affected thousands more.

Under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership, Pakistan’s government swiftly recognized the urgency to help, organizing a rapid relief operation that represented its standing for the norms of regional solidarity and solidarity globally. Besides it is a show case of Pakistan’s logistical capability and testament to a committed international actor, always looking out for others in pain.

The supplies were mobilized by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) in 35 tons in days of the disaster. A special aircraft airlifted into Yangon was used to load tents, tarpaulins, blankets, ready to eat........

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