PM extends condolence to Haiti in aftermath of quake
PRIME Minister Andrew Holness has extended sincere condolence to Haiti following a major earthquake which hit the island on the weekend.
The 5.9-magnitude quake left at least 15 people dead and more than 300 injured.
Holness expressed sympathy at the loss of lives as well as the injuries sustained in Haiti.
In a diplomatic note Monday to the Government of Haiti, Prime Minister Holness said Jamaica would offer support.
“The Government of Jamaica stands in solidarity with the people of Haiti during these trying times, and remains ready to assist, where possible, with the rehabilitation efforts,” said Prime Minister Holness.
In the meantime, Holness highlighted the potentially crippling effects of naturally occurring disasters, and noted that they are a stark and constant reminder of the vulnerabilities in this region.
In that regard, Holness underscored the urgent and critical need of small island developing states.
