UN announces USD $4 million in flood assistance at meeting with Prime Minister to celebrate UN Day
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Phnom Penh, 27 October 2011 - The United Nations announced at a meeting with the Prime Minister today that it will provide USD $4 million in flood relief and rehabilitation efforts.
United Nations Resident Coordinator in Cambodia, Douglas Broderick, explained that the USD $4 million would be used to provide food assistance; shelter; water, sanitation and hygiene; agriculture; and education support to affected communities.
The UN's Humanitarian Fund, the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) has allocated the funds as part of its rapid response window for lifesaving humanitarian activities. This is the first time Cambodia has received CERF funds.
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Last updated: 27 October 2011
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