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Taken Questions
Office of the Spokesman
Washington, DC
July 26, 2004
Question Taken at the July 26, 2004 Press Briefing

Flooding In Bangladesh -- Request For United States Assistance

Question:  Has the Government of Bangladesh requested U.S. aid for flood victims?

Answer:  After consultation with the government of Bangladesh, the U.S. Mission to Bangladesh has requested funds to provide emergency assistance for the victims of flooding. An initial request of $50,000 in Ambassadorial discretionary funds to meet emergency needs was approved and awarded to a non-governmental organization. These funds will provide food, transportation, and operational support for the distribution of food and survival packets to victims of flooding in the most affected communities.

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Released on July 26, 2004

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