24/02/2003
Press Release
SG/SM/8614

SECRETARY-GENERAL SADDENED AT LOSS OF LIFE FROM EARTHQUAKE IN CHINA

The following statement was issued today by the spokesman for

Secretary-General Kofi Annan:

The Secretary-General was saddened to learn of the powerful earthquake in the Xinjiang region of China, and of the loss of life and destruction that have resulted from the disaster.� He wishes to convey his heartfelt sympathy to the people and Government of China as they cope with their losses.� He wishes to assure the Government that the United Nations stands ready to assist in responding to the needs created by the tragedy.

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