Time to lend a hand

China also has multiple teams in Thailand, according to Xinhua News Agency.

According to the China International Development Cooperation Agency, the initial supplies included tents, blankets and first aid kits.

The United States pledged $2 million in aid "through Myanmar-based humanitarian assistance organizations".

It said in a statement that an emergency response team from USAID, which is undergoing massive cuts under the US administration, is being sent to Myanmar.

Two Russian aircraft carrying 60 rescue workers, four dogs, ambulances and rescue vehicles arrived in Myanmar's capital Nay Pyi Taw on Sunday, Myanmar's state broadcaster MRTV reported.

The Japanese government has dispatched a five-person assessment party that includes medical professionals to lay the groundwork for a larger emergency rescue team.

India sent a search and rescue team, medical professionals and a military transport aircraft filled with blankets, hygiene kits, food packets and other essential items on Saturday.

Vietnam has sent a team of more than 100 rescuers, medical staff and firefighters along with aid and sniffer dogs.

Thailand, which was also hit by the quake, has sent 55 air force personnel, including medics and search and rescue specialists, as well as medical supplies to Myanmar.

Indonesia's military said in a statement on Monday that it was sending emergency teams, including search and rescue workers, to Myanmar, as well as tents, food and logistical supplies.

Singapore has sent an 80-member team to assist with disaster rescue efforts. The government contributed about $112,000 as seed money to support the fundraising efforts of the Singapore Red Cross.

Agencies via Xinhua