Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC) has actively engaged in rescue and medical operations in response to the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28. Photo from Civil Defense PH.
MANILA, Philippines — The Palace on Monday lauded the Philippine Inter-Agency Humanitarian Contingent (PIAHC), who had just returned to the country, from their rescue and relief mission in quake-stricken Myanmar.
The PIAHC arrived in Manila shortly past 11 p.m. on Sunday following a two-week deployment.
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“They received a commendation, and they were truly honored for their courageous fulfillment of their obligations and duties. So to everyone who came from and helped in Myanmar, we sincerely thank you. Your actions are truly commendable,” Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, speaking in Filipino, said in a briefing.
The PIAHC landed at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City aboard two C-130 transport planes. They were welcomed by Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro, Jr.
Myanmar was devastated by a magnitude 7.7 earthquake last March 28. The Philippine government deployed the PIAHC—composed of 89 personnel from various government agencies—on April 1 and 2.
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