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Malawi

Volume 698: debated on Wednesday 23 January 2008

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Lord Williamson of Horton

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether, in view of the World Food Programme's press release of 19 December 2007 indicating that it would be unable to help many vulnerable people in Malawi between January and June 2008 owing to lack of funds, they will make an emergency contribution to the programme in Malawi, particularly in January to March. [HL1232]

The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Department for International Development
(Baroness Vadera)

The World Food Programme (WFP) has appealed for support for its current three-year protracted relief and recovery operation (PRRO) which includes development programmes and life-saving support for victims of any floods during the forthcoming rainy season (January to March). We have told the Government of Malawi that we stand ready to respond to any immediate humanitarian need and will provide these funds through WFP's PRRO if required.