Statement on Bay of Bengal Earthquake and Tsunami
December 26, 2004
On behalf of the American people, the President expresses his sincere
condolences for the terrible loss of life and suffering caused by the
earthquake and subsequent tsunamis in the region of the Bay of Bengal.
The United States stands ready to offer all appropriate assistance to
those nations most affected including Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Thailand,
and Indonesia, as well as the other countries impacted. Already relief
is flowing to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. We will work with the affected
governments, the United Nations, non-governmental organizations, and
other concerned states and organizations to support the relief and
response to this terrible tragedy.
Again, we extend our sincere condolences to all the people of the
region at this time of suffering.
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