[Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents Volume 42, Number 22 (Monday, June 5, 2006)]
[Page 1044]
[Online from the Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]

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Statement on the Earthquake in Indonesia

May 27, 2006

    On behalf of the American people, Laura and I send our deepest 
sympathies to the families and friends of those who lost their lives in 
the devastating earthquake in Indonesia. Our thoughts and prayers are 
with the Indonesian people as they comfort all those affected by this 
terrible disaster.
    Through financial and material support, the United States is 
assisting with recovery efforts in coordination with Indonesian 
authorities, and we stand prepared to provide additional assistance as 
needed.