Philippines: “The reconstruction will be a long process comparable to Haiti”
Typhoon Haiyan wreaked havoc in the Philippines when it swept through the country on Friday, killing more than 10,000 people in its wake. The disaster is more than the Asian country is able to cope with on its own. We discussed how the EU could help with Werner Langen, a German member of the EPP group who is the chairman of the EP's delegation for relations with ASEAN countries, which includes the Philippines.
Werner Langen
What can and should the EU do to help with the impact of the typhoon?
The European Commission has already confirmed the EU will help. The EU can send professionals to help with emergency help and send supplies such as medicine and food. It can also make money available to the Philippine government to help them. But the reconstruction will be more difficult.
How difficult will it be?
The Philippines is a country with significant problems. Until recently there were earthquakes, we have had floods, and this was the 25th major storm this year.
It will be difficult as it is a densely populated country and it has significant infrastructure problems because of the islands. We will help, but I think it will be a long process comparable to Haiti.
Source: European Parliament
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