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Mexico sends second maritime aid shipment of over 718 tons to Venezuela
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Mexico sends second maritime aid shipment of over 718 tons to Venezuela

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Mexico dispatched two Navy ships from Veracruz carrying over 718 tons of humanitarian aid to Venezuela.
  • This is the second maritime shipment aimed at addressing needs arising from earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June.
  • The aid includes essential supplies and follows previous maritime and air assistance provided by Mexico.

Mexico has sent a significant second maritime shipment of humanitarian aid to Venezuela, with two Navy vessels departing from the port of Veracruz. The ships, 'ARM Papaloapan' and 'ARM Huasteco,' are carrying more than 718 tons of essential supplies intended to alleviate the suffering caused by earthquakes that devastated parts of Venezuela in June.

The larger portion of the aid, approximately 684 tons, is aboard the 'ARM Papaloapan,' while the 'ARM Huasteco' carries an additional 34.5 tons. This operation, coordinated by multiple Mexican government agencies including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of the Navy, was ordered by President Claudia Sheinbaum.

May solidarity always reflect our country.

— Claudia SheinbaumPresident of Mexico, explaining the motivation behind sending humanitarian aid.

President Sheinbaum emphasized Mexico's commitment to solidarity, stating, "May solidarity always reflect our country." She highlighted Mexico's tradition of fraternity in supporting other nations facing disasters. This latest shipment follows a previous maritime delivery on July 13, which brought 388.42 tons of aid, including food, water, hygiene items, medicine, and water purification plants. Mexico had also previously sent air assistance with specialized personnel and equipment after the June 24 earthquakes.

The earthquakes in Venezuela have resulted in a tragic toll, with over 5,500 reported fatalities, 856 buildings collapsed, and 190 affected individuals, according to the latest official figures from July 24. Mexico's continued aid underscores its dedication to providing support during this critical recovery period.

Mexico reaffirms its 'solidary vocation,' its spirit of cooperation, and its humanitarian tradition with the peoples of Latin America and the world who face situations of need.

— Joint statement from SRE and NavyDescribing Mexico's commitment to international support.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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