August 30, 2020 | 20:14 (GMT+7)
ASEAN Foreign Ministers condemn terrorist bombings in Philippines
PANO - ASEAN Foreign Ministers on August 29 issued a joint statement condemning the terrorist bombings on Jolo Island, Sulu province, the Philippines that left many dead and injured five days ago. The move was initiated by Vietnam in its capacity as the ASEAN Chair.
In the statement, ASEAN ministers sent their condolences to the Philippines Government and people, especially families of the victims, and hoped that the injured will soon recover.
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The bombings leave many dead and injured. |
In the current hard time, they said ASEAN affirms solidarity with the Philippines Government and people and support the Philippines Government’s efforts to deal with the case, quickly arrest suspects, and bring the culprits behind the terrorist attacks to court.
ASEAN also reaffirms its commitment to enhancing cooperation with the international community in the fight against terrorism in any forms, they added.
Translated by Song Anh