NUR-SULTAN, July 16: A plane carrying humanitarian aid from the World Health Organization (WHO) arrived at the Almaty International Airport on Wednesday, the Kazakh Health Ministry announced.
The cargo, which is worth 2.7 million U.S. dollars, includes 53 tons of respiratory and surgical masks, face shields, protective gowns and goggles.
The personal protective equipment will be delivered to health workers in Kazakhstan.
“Health workers play a primary role in the fight against COVID-19 and must be provided with the necessary means to protect themselves and their patients,” said Caroline Clarinval, head of the WHO Country Office in Kazakhstan.
The WHO official pledged that the organization will continue to provide expertise and medical supplies to help Kazakhstan fight COVID-19.
Kazakhstan has registered 65,188 confirmed cases, with 375 deaths and 38,008 recoveries as of Thursday. (AGENCIES)
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