The diplomatic corps, the United Nations and others were invited. During this meeting the Government of Vietnam reiterated its request for sympathy and kind assistance of all Government and peoples, International Organizations and Non-Governmental Organizations. Emergency Relief Needs 9. Official reports provided by the affected provinces to the Standing Office of the Central Committee for Flood and Storm Control have been issued for the provinces of Soc Trang, Kien Giang, Ca Mau, Bac Lieu and Tra Vin. The assessed needs are shown in the table below.
Most items are available locally.
International Response 11. In response to the Governments appeal for international assistance, the contributions below have been reported. The International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies launched an emergency appeal on Wednesday 12 November. The appeal seeks 4,655,000 USD to assist 150,000 beneficiaries for three months. DHA provides donors with written confirmation and pertinent details concerning the utilizations of the funds contributed.