South Korea Sends $300,000 Aid to Quake-Hit Panama

· Economy · Panama · South Korea

South Korea plans to provide $300,000 worth of humanitarian aid to Panama following a strong earthquake in the Central American country last week, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday. A 7.7-magnitude quake struck Panama on Friday, leaving 29 health facilities, 419 educational facilities and more than 800 homes damaged.

Why it matters：The aid reflects international disaster response to a major earthquake in Central America.

Key points

  • South Korea will provide $300,000 in aid.
  • A 7.7-magnitude quake struck Panama on Friday.
  • 29 health facilities, 419 educational facilities and over 800 homes were damaged.

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