Jakarta (Antara Bali) - In response to the devastating earthquake that struck central Aceh on July 2, United States Ambassador to Indonesia Scot Marciel has offered $100,000 in humanitarian assistance to support emergency response efforts there.
"We offer our deepest sympathies to those affected by the terrible earthquake in Bener Meriah and Aceh Tengah," said Ambassador Marciel in a press statement here on Tuesday.
The assistance will be provided through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, working in coordination with the Government of Indonesia-led emergency response in the province to address immediate needs.
"I was touched when the people of Aceh reached out with condolences after the recent tornadoes in the U.S. state of Oklahoma. In the same spirit of friendship, we offer our help in this time of need," he said.
The United States' contribution will be made through the International Organization for Migration, which will coordinate efforts with the Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) in the province. (*/DWA)
US Provides Aid for Aceh Quake Victims
Selasa, 9 Juli 2013 11:34 WIB
