Love From Taiwan: Handed Over 100 Tonnes of Rice to SVG

Responding to the impact of Hurricane Beryl to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Taiwan has promptly raised resources and donated 100 metric tonnes of rice to assist SVG out of humanitarian concern.

On behalf of the Republic of China (Taiwan), Ambassador Fiona Huei-Chun Fan handed over the rice to Hon. Saboto Caesar, Minister of Agriculture, at Campden Park Container Port on the 19th of August, 2024, as a sign of support and togetherness.

At the handover ceremony, Ambassador Fan expressed that a strong relationship between Taiwan and SVG has been built on mutual respect, shared values, and a commitment to support each other in times of need; adding that the contribution is part of our ongoing effort for Hurricane Beryl relief. She hopes that the rice will not only help meet immediate needs but also reinforce the resilience of local communities during this difficult time.

Minister Caesar thanked Taiwan for its generous donation, saying that the rice will be distributed jointly through Ministry of National Mobilisation and the Ministry of Agriculture to the people in need.