ISLAMABAD, Nov. 28: The US has assured full support to Pakistan in the rehabilitation plans for earthquake victims. The assurance was held out by a three-member team of US Congressmen led by Jim Kolbe, which called on Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz here Monday.

Mr Kolbe appreciated efforts made by the government of Pakistan for the rehabilitation of quake-affected areas and said the US would stay firmly behind Pakistan in this difficult time.

US Ambassador to Pakistan Ryan C. Crocker informed Mr Aziz about various USAID programmes to help earthquake victims. The members of the delegation included Mr Mark Kirk and Mr Fred Upton, members of the US Congress.

Mr Aziz acknowledged the financial, technical and moral support provided by the people and government of the US to Pakistan in this difficult time. He appreciated the provision of medical support, helicopters, engineers and US assistance.