DILI, 08 january 2025 (TATOLI) – The Council of Ministers, on wednesday, approved a Government Resolution to grant a donation of US$2 million to the government of Vanuatu to help restore and reconstruct earthquake damages and support the flood-affected victims.
The government resolution was presented by Prime Minister, Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão.
The 7.3 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila on december 17, 2024, resulting in the loss of 23 lives, more than 200 injuries and severe damage to essential infrastructure, including the Central Hospital and two water reservoirs.
Recognizing the urgency of supporting the affected populations and rebuilding the devastated areas, this decision reflects the constitutional commitment of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste to solidarity and cooperation between peoples.
In deccember 2024, Prime Minister Gusmão sent a letter to his Vanuatu counterpart, Charlot Salwai, to express his heartfelt condolences to the people of Vanuatu in the wake of the devastating earthquakes that have ravaged the country.
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