S. Korea to offer $300,000 worth of humanitarian aid to quake-hit Panama

What happened: South Korea plans to provide $300,000 in humanitarian aid to Panama after a strong earthquake struck the country last week, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday. Key numbers: $300,000 in aid. 7.7-magnitude quake. 29 health facilities, 419 educational facilities and more than 800 homes damaged, per UN data. Why it matters: The ministry said the aid will be delivered through international organizations and voiced hope it will help with recovery efforts.

South Korea plans to provide $300,000 in humanitarian aid to Panama after a strong earthquake struck the country last week, Seoul's foreign ministry said Tuesday.

The ministry said the aid will be delivered through international organizations and voiced hope it will help with recovery efforts.