The U.S. expresses sincere condolences to the people of Vietnam suffering the devastating consequences of typhoon Yagi, while affirming U.S. support for the Southeast Asian country, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said in a press statement posted on the U.S. Department of State’s official website on Thursday (U.S. time).

Blinken referred to an announcement previously made by the U.S. Mission in Vietnam, which stated that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is providing humanitarian aid to support Vietnam’s efforts to respond to Yagi’s impacts.

This aid will include financial support, shelter, water, sanitation, hygiene assistance, and other essential items.

With more heavy rain forecast in the coming days, he emphasized that USAID’s disaster experts will continue close coordination with local emergency authorities and partners on the ground. 

The U.S. will continue to work with partners, including through the Quad, to support the people of Vietnam at this challenging time.

The Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) is a strategic partnership between four countries: the U.S., India, Japan, and Australia.

The top U.S. diplomat also expressed condolences over the tragic loss of life and damage in other typhoon-stricken countries, including China, Thailand, Laos, Burma, and the Philippines, affirming the U.S.’ readiness to provide assistance to those in need.

On Wednesday, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam Marc Knapper announced that the U.S. Mission to Vietnam, through the USAID, will provide US$1 million in immediate humanitarian aid to support Vietnam’s efforts to respond to the devastating impacts of typhoon Yagi.

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