Pakistan, Oct. 14 -- A friend in need is a friend indeed. This proverb perfectly fits France's friendship with Pakistan. In all circumstances - whether it is the ordeal of an energy crisis, restoration of heritage, higher education, flood devastation, or other humanitarian efforts - France has consistently stood by Pakistan through weal and woe.

To assist Pakistan in recent flood-related rehabilitation work, the French government has provided financial support of €500,000 in collaboration with the NGO Acted Pakistan.

Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France to Pakistan, warmed the hearts of Pakistanis with this kind gesture, offering a grant that will help address ongoing emergency and reconstruction needs. The French government has de...