As one of the world’s most earthquake-prone nations, Turkey has a wealth of expertise in dealing with natural catastrophes and is often on the frontline when disaster strikes.
The April 25 quake killed at least 7,300 people and injured more than 14,000, according to Nepali police.
Below is a rundown of the assistance provided by Turkish agencies.
AFAD (Prime Ministry Disaster and Emergency Management Authority)
The government agency coordinates all assistance sending from Turkey. The Red Crescent, the GEA Search and Rescue Team, IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation and the General Directorate of Emergency Health Services all work under AFAD’s direction.
AFAD sent 96 search and rescue staff, 1,000 tents and 320 food packages in first 24 hours of the disaster.
The agency also sent 16 tonnes of supplies, including food, medicine and hygiene materials.
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