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Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma: Netherlands to send rescue team to Venezuela
By Government of the Netherlands at ReliefWeb
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of), Netherlands . Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Sjoerd Sjoerdsma has earmarked around two million euros for the deployment of an Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) team consisting of rescue workers, dogs and equipment. ‘Our thoughts are
Key takeaway Due to the scale of the emergency and the direct proximity of Venezuela as a neighbour of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, we immediately offered to deploy the USAR team,’ Mr Sjoerdsma said.
Why this matters
The Netherlands' decision to deploy an Urban Search and Rescue team to Venezuela highlights the country's commitment to providing timely and flexible humanitarian aid in response to disasters. By earmarking two million euros for the deployment, Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma demonstrates the Netherlands' ability to respond quickly to emerging crises. The provision of non-earmarked funding to humanitarian organizations also enables them to respond rapidly and effectively in emergency situations. This approach allows organizations to allocate resources where they are needed most, without being restricted by specific funding requirements. As the situation in Venezuela continues to unfold, the Netherlands' ongoing monitoring and potential for additional assistance will be crucial in determining the effectiveness of the international response. The Netherlands' proximity to Venezuela, as a neighboring country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, also underscores the regional implications of the disaster and the need for a coordinated response.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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