Humanitarian aid from Mexico to Venezuela
The logistical support vessels ARM Isla Holbox and ARM Huasteco docked at the port of La Guaira, Venezuela. They carry assistance sent by the Mexican government for the victims of the June 24 earthquakes. The phenomenon left thousands of people dead and injured.
The Secretary of the Navy (Semar) reported that the mission was ordered by President Claudia Sheinbaum. It is part of Mexico’s commitment to international cooperation in the face of natural disasters.
What does the cargo include?
The boats sailed eight days through the Caribbean. They transported 388.4 tons of aid: food, bottled water, medicines, personal hygiene items and medical supplies. They also have four water treatment plants, each capable of generating a thousand liters of purified water per hour. The journey covered 1,969 nautical miles, equivalent to more than 3,600 kilometers.
Naval participation
One hundred elements of the Navy Emergency Response Brigades will participate in the disembarkation, installation and operation of the water treatment plants. They will also collaborate in the distribution of support together with local authorities.
Semar highlighted that the immediate emergency has already been overcome, but recovery actions continue to restore essential services in the affected communities. The operation was possible thanks to the coordination between the government, companies, foundations and civil organizations. Mexico thus reaffirms its policy of international solidarity in the face of disasters.




