The Vietnamese State and people have decided to provide emergency humanitarian aid of 100,000 USD to the Colombian Government and people to help them overcome the consequences of the natural disaster and soon stabilise the lives of affected communities.

Rescue workers search for victims following an earthquake in Cali, Colombia, on August 12, 2026.

The aid comes in response to the significant loss of life and property caused by the earthquake that struck Colombia on August 10, 2026, and reflects the traditional friendship and solidarity, as well as the spirit of mutual support between the Vietnamese and Colombian peoples.

Vietnam rescue team presses on in Venezuela despite harsh conditions

Vietnam is among 30 countries that have deployed rescue teams to Venezuela. The Vietnamese team's greatest motivation is "a mission from the heart" and a determination to make every possible effort to save lives.

Venezuela’s Acting President thanks Vietnam for 124-strong quake rescue team

The presence of Vietnamese military personnel in earthquake relief and recovery is a vivid demonstration of the Venezuela – Vietnam traditional friendship and comprehensive partnership.

Vietnam Airlines operates special flight carrying rescue teams, relief supplies to Venezuela

The flight is carrying 124 personnel from the Ministry of National Defence and the Ministry of Public Security, along with 10 search-and-rescue dogs and approximately 25 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, specialised equipment and rescue gear to support relief operations in the earthquake-affected areas.

Vietnamese military brings international search-and-rescue experience to Venezuela

Speaking on the sidelines of the Ministry of National Defence’s conference assigning tasks to personnel participating in the humanitarian and disaster-relief mission, Major General Ty, who is head of the Vietnamese military mission to Venezuela, also stressed that the deployment reflects Vietnam’s commitment to international solidarity and humanitarian responsibility.

Two Vietnamese youths honored in Japan for heroic rescue

Local authorities and residents commended their bravery, saying their quick response prevented a tragedy. The children’s families expressed heartfelt gratitude, calling the rescue a lifesaving act that restored their happiness.