President commiserates with Morocco over quake

President Irfaan Ali today expressed sadness over the deadly earthquake on Friday in Morocco that has claimed over 2,000 lives.

He issued the following statement today:

 

I am deeply saddened at the loss of over 2000 lives and the injuries and displacement of thousands of persons in Morocco as a result of a 6.8 magnitude earthquake.

 

The Government and People of Guyana express our deepest sympathies to the Government and People of Morocoo, especially those directly affected by this devastation. We pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.

 

My Government will provide any support we can to the global efforts to help the people of Morocco in this difficult time.