Speaker Romualdez condoles with Morocco quake victims
SPEAKER Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez on Sunday extended his deepest condolences to the families of victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco.
“We express our heartfelt sympathies to the Moroccan people. Such events are poignant reminders of the unpredictable forces of nature we all must grapple with,” the leader of the 311-strong House of Representatives said.
“As we share our condolences with the affected families, we acknowledge the commendable efforts of the rescue teams, working diligently amidst adversity.
The international community stands united in its wish to see swift recovery and healing for Morocco during these challenging times,” he added.
At the same time, he was glad to know that no Filipino is included in the death toll.
“We are also mindful of our own citizens abroad and it is a relief to know that the Filipino community in Morocco is safe,” Speaker Romualdez, a congressman representing the first district of Leyte, declared.
“Our appreciation extends to the Department of Foreign Affairs and Ambassador Leslie Baja for their dedicated efforts in ensuring the well-being of our countrymen.
We encourage our kababayans to stay vigilant and maintain close coordination with local authorities,” he advised.
“In moments of global challenges, unity and understanding are paramount. We extend our hand in solidarity to Morocco and remain committed to the welfare of our overseas Filipino community,” the administration stalwart stressed.
The magnitude-6.8 quake killed over 3,000 people. It hit the historic Atlas Mountain region of Morocco about 75 kilometers away from the capital Marrakech.
