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Venezuela seeks UN aid for earthquake housing programs
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Venezuela seeks UN aid for earthquake housing programs

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Venezuela requested support from the UN Development Programme (UNDP) to boost housing programs for thousands left homeless by devastating earthquakes on June 24.
  • The earthquakes caused at least 3,342 deaths and 16,740 injuries, with over 17,345 people losing their homes.
  • The government is also seeking international cooperation for educational programs and job training in affected communities, and is in talks with the US, IMF, IDB, and World Bank for reconstruction resources.

Venezuela has formally requested assistance from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to address the critical housing shortage following the destructive earthquakes that struck on June 24. Delcy Rodríguez, the acting president, announced the appeal, expressing gratitude for the UNDP's willingness to support the nation's response to the disaster.

The earthquakes have left a devastating toll, with official figures reporting at least 3,342 deaths and 16,740 injuries. More than 17,345 citizens have lost their homes, forcing the establishment of 79 temporary camps. The structural damage is extensive, with 856 buildings affected and 190 completely collapsed.

disposition of that organization to accompany Venezuela in the response to the earthquakes

— Delcy RodríguezVenezuela's acting president expressed gratitude for the UNDP's willingness to support the nation's response to the disaster.

Rodríguez, who assumed her role six months ago, stated that a post-disaster needs assessment will be conducted to guide the country's recovery and reconstruction efforts. Beyond housing, Venezuela is also seeking UNDP support for educational initiatives and vocational training programs aimed at providing employment opportunities for the affected communities. "We continue to advance with international cooperation," she added.

This appeal for aid follows recent discussions with UN Resident Coordinator Gianluca Rampolla and his team to enhance comprehensive support for families impacted by the earthquakes. Furthermore, Rodríguez has engaged in conversations with the U.S. Department of State and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to secure resources for infrastructure repair. International financial institutions like the Inter-American Development Bank and the World Bank have also offered non-reimbursable cooperation and credit lines for Venezuela's recovery process.

We continue to advance with international cooperation

— Delcy RodríguezThe acting president highlighted ongoing efforts to secure international aid for affected communities.
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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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