Top leader sends condolences over devastating earthquakes in Venezuela
Following the devastating earthquakes that caused severe losses of life and property in Venezuela, Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on June 25 sent a message of condolence to Acting President Delcy Eloina Rodriguez Gomez, the Government and people of Venezuela.
Two consecutive earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, leaving at least 164 people dead and causing extensive damage to buildings near the capital, where residents and emergency services are hastening efforts to locate thousands of missing people.
Speaking on national television on June 25, Acting President Delcy Rodriguez said at least 164 people lost their lives and more than 970 were injured. She noted that La Guaira state, north of Caracas, is among the hardest-hit areas.
The leader added professional teams coordinated by the United Nations are en route to Venezuela to support search and rescue operations. The Venezuelan government will also establish a reconstruction fund with an initial allocation of US$200 million to support recovery efforts.
Vietnam sends condolences to Switzerland over fatal fire
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