Islamabad : The Regional Blood Donor Center of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) organised a blood donation drive at the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Islamabad in collaboration with Turk Kızılay (Turkish Red Crescent Society), reflecting the strong humanitarian partnership and shared commitment of both sister National Societies.
His Excellency Dr. Irfan Neziroğlu, Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan, along with diplomats and embassy staff, actively participated in the drive and donated blood, demonstrating solidarity with patients in need and support for this lifesaving humanitarian cause.
The event was also attended by Honorable Chairperson, Pakistan Red Crescent Society, Mrs. Farzhana Naek, TRCS Head of Delegation in Pakistan, Ms. Beyza Taner, as well as PRCS and TRCS staff, underscoring the close cooperation and longstanding humanitarian partnership between the two sister National Societies.
On the occasion, His Excellency Dr. Irfan Neziroğlu appreciated the efforts of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society in organising the blood donation drive and acknowledged its continued commitment to promoting voluntary blood donation and supporting vulnerable communities. He said that in view of the current humanitarian challenges and crucial situation being faced by communities in need, such collective humanitarian initiatives are of immense importance.
He emphasized that extending support to one another in difficult times is both a religious and moral obligation, and that blood donation remains one of the most meaningful and lifesaving ways to stand in solidarity with humanity.
Honorable Chairperson PRCS, Mrs. Farzhana Naek, while thanking the Ambassador, the diplomats, and the embassy staff for their generous participation, termed the initiative a highly meaningful and impactful humanitarian gesture. She said that voluntary blood donation is one of the noblest acts of humanity, as a single unit of blood can save precious lives and bring hope to patients in critical need.
She noted that this was a great initiative with greater humanitarian impact, and stressed that collaborative efforts are the need of the hour to respond effectively to growing humanitarian needs and ensure the availability of safe blood for those who depend on it.
The Pakistan Red Crescent Society remains committed to promoting voluntary blood donation and strengthening partnerships that contribute to lifesaving services and community wellbeing across the country.
