Ukraine to provide humanitarian aid to Haiti

Ukraine will provide humanitarian assistance to Haiti. Ukrainian President Viktor Yushchenko signed a respective decree posted on his official website.

The decree says that with the goal of helping to tackle the consequences of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine should immediately ensure that humanitarian aid is provided to the country.

The Red Cross said that up to three million people might be affected by the earthquake of 12 January and require humanitarian assistance.