Japan Provides Transport Support with Self-Defense Force Aircraft for Turkey Earthquake Damage
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[Asia Economy Reporter Bu Aeri] The Japanese government has decided to transport equipment used by its medical team and emergency support unit assisting Turkey, which suffered from a major earthquake, using Self-Defense Forces aircraft.
According to Japanese media including Kyodo News on the 11th, Yasukazu Hamada, Japan's Defense Minister, instructed the Self-Defense Forces to prepare for transportation support on site in Turkey.
Kyodo News reported that the Self-Defense Forces aircraft are expected to depart from Japan to the site in a few days.
The Japanese government plans to dispatch a medical team consisting of dozens of doctors, nurses, and pharmacists to help the earthquake victims in Turkey.
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Additionally, in response to the Turkish government's request, emergency relief supplies such as tents and blankets will be provided through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
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