The government is expediting damage assessments and providing immediate assistance to earthquake-affected areas as part of ongoing relief efforts.

Myanmar has also opened channels for international humanitarian aid, and rescue teams, medical personnel, and aid supplies from Malaysia, Thailand, and Russia have arrived to support those in need.

Nay Pyi Taw Tatmadaw Airport admitted search and rescue teams including humanitarian aid supplies and medical equipment along with doctors and nurses from Malaysia and Thai rescue teams. Russia also sent search and rescue teams, medical personnel, four rescue dogs and relief supplies.

Officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Social Welfare, Relief and Resettlement welcomed the arriving teams. These teams will now be deployed to affected areas to carry out search and rescue missions and provide medical care.

Humanitarian aid and medical supplies from China and Belarus were also expected to arrive in Myanmar in the evening.

MNA/KZL

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