The Queen has stated she is “deeply saddened” by widespread flooding that has claimed greater than 1,000 lives in Pakistan this summer time.
The nation has seen exceptionally heavy monsoon rains which have triggered flash floods, affecting 33 million folks and damaging practically a million houses.
The dying toll is reported to be at the least 1,061 folks.
In a message to the nation’s president, Arif Alvi, the Queen stated: “I'm deeply saddened to listen to of the tragic lack of life and destruction attributable to the floods throughout Pakistan.
“My ideas are with all those that have been affected, in addition to these working in tough circumstances to help the restoration efforts.
“The UK stands in solidarity with Pakistan as you get better from these horrible occasions.”
The message, launched by Buckingham Palace, was signed “Elizabeth R”.
In a message to the Pakistani authorities, the Prince of Wales echoed the Queen’s sentiments saying he and his spouse, the Duchess of Cornwall, are additionally “deeply saddened” by the devastation attributable to the floods.
“Our hearts exit to all of the victims and their family members and to the hundreds of thousands of people that have misplaced property and their livelihoods,” he stated.
“Your nation could be very particular to us, with deep and enduring bonds to the UK. We wish to pay a specific tribute to the federal government of Pakistan, the navy and emergency providers, the numerous volunteers and support businesses who're working tirelessly to avoid wasting lives and help these in want.
“Instances like these remind us of the fragility of our planet and the pressing want for humanity to reside in concord with nature. Our prayers are with all our buddies in Pakistan.”
A spokesman stated Charles will probably be donating a “substantial sum” to worldwide support charity Islamic Reduction in help of their work to assist these affected by the catastrophe.
Tufail Hussain, Director of Islamic Reduction UK stated: “His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales has proven nice compassion and kindness by serving to the folks of Pakistan and we're extraordinarily grateful and grateful to him for this lovely gesture.
“This may make an enormous distinction to these affected.
“Pakistan is at the moment experiencing one of many worst floods to hit the nation and far more help is required by the worldwide neighborhood.
“We urge everybody to take inspiration from HRH The Prince of Wales and do what they'll to assist these whose lives have been devastated by this catastrophe.”
Pakistani authorities stated the devastation is worse than in 2010 when 1,700 folks have been killed by floods.
Boris Johnson stated the destruction is “heartbreaking”, as he pledged UK help.
The outgoing Prime Minister tweeted: “It’s heartbreaking to see the persevering with devastation wrought by the floods in Pakistan.
“My ideas go to the victims and people serving to with an heroic reduction effort.
“The UK is sending help and continues to face by the folks of Pakistan of their hour of want.”
Qamar Javed Bajwa, present Chief of the Military Employees in Pakistan, stated on Sunday that the nation could take years to get better.
Final week, the United Nations stated it had allotted £2.6 million for UN support businesses and their companions in Pakistan to reply to the floods.
Pakistan’s local weather minister, Sherry Rehman, stated the nation has suffered heavier rains this yr primarily due to local weather change.
The unprecedented rains have affected all 4 of the nation’s provinces, destroying greater than 150 bridges and washing away quite a few roads, making rescue operations tough.
At the least 6,500 troopers have been drafted in to assist civilian authorities in rescue and reduction operations throughout the nation.
Prime Minister Shabaz Sharif visited various flood-damaged areas within the north-west of the nation on Monday and has stated the federal government will present housing for many who have misplaced their houses.