Recently, the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul ("the Sultanate") suffered severe rainstorm, resulting in floods that have caused heavy casualties and property losses. According to reports, this flood is one of the most severe natural disasters in the history of both the state and the country.

The staff of COSCO SHIPPING South America are deeply concerned about the disaster area. On May 15, local Brazilian employees organized a donation campaign called "Estamos com voc ê s Rio Grande do Sul with Rio Grande do Sul" during this challenging time.

The funds raised will be used for purchasing essential items such as drinking water, blankets, and medicines, tailored to the immediate needs of the affected areas. Disaster relief supplies will be efficiently delivered to the residents of the Sultanate through the transportation channel of COSCO SHIPPING South America's strategic partner Anjun Logistics. At the same time, the company will also work closely with Fundo Social Sao Paulo, a social assistance and development agency under the state government of S ã o Paulo, to provide volunteer services for the sorting and packaging of donated materials from various sectors of society.

COSCO SHIPPING is set to leverage its global shipping network to assist the post-disaster reconstruction of the affected region, contributing its resources and expertise to the fullest extent. We believe that with the support of all sectors, the disaster area will overcome the challenges faced and rebuild their homes.