KUALA LUMPUR: Nestle (Malaysia) Bhd has partnered with Malaysian Red Crescent Society (MRCS) to support flood relief efforts amid the monsoon season.
The annual initiative has begun in Kedah, where over 8,000 people are currently seeking aid at relief centres due to recent severe flooding.
Nestlé Malaysia and MRCS volunteers were mobilised on-ground to pack and distribute boxes of food aid at Temporary Relocation Centres (PPS) in Kedah, providing immediate sustenance to flood victims.
This includes essential Nestlé products such as Milo, Maggi, Koko Krunch, and Nestle Omega Plus.
Nestle Malaysia chief executive officer Juan Aranols said its strong partnership with MRCS enables the company to respond swiftly to the needs of flood-affected communities.
"Starting with Kedah, we stand ready to extend support where it is needed, reinforcing our commitment to being a force for good and uplifting Malaysians, especially during challenging times," he said in a statement.
Meanwhile, as part of Nestlé's ongoing support to flood relief efforts, the company has contributed RM2 million to MRCS so far this year to be utilised to enhance flood preparedness measures for the current monsoon season.
MRCS chairperson Tunku Puteri Intan Safinaz Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah said the strength of its collaboration with Nestlé Malaysia has been valuable in the society's mission to provide relief to those affected.
"Our joint efforts demonstrate how this enhances our capacity to provide timely, effective aid during critical periods. As we face the potential for wider flood impacts, this continued support is crucial in our efforts to assist affected communities throughout Malaysia," she said.
Nestle Malaysia remains dedicated to supporting Malaysian communities and will continue to collaborate with MRCS to extend aid to flood-affected areas across the country.