Government granted $2.3mn in quake aid

A Disaster Relief Fund has been approved for two relief agencies to undertake aid projects for earthquake victims in Yunan Province and in Japan.

According to Hong Kong Information Services Department, Save the Children will receive $500,000 for relief work in Yunnan and an additional $1 million for its work in Japan. The Association of Chinese Evangelical Ministry will receive $800,000.

Agencies must submit evaluation reports and audited accounts upon completion of the projects. This is to ensure the money is used properly by the agencies.