EU message of solidarity and condolences on the earthquake in Japan

"We are deeply concerned at the news of the devastating earthquake which has struck Japan, causing a number of fatalities and serious material damage. The European Union expresses its solidarity and condolences to the people and government of Japan, and to the families of the victims at this difficult time. We stand ready to assist in any way we can in case of need."

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• Japan: EU response to earthquake and nuclear plant situation (16/3/2011)
• EU ready to help Japan (15/3/2011)
• Statement by EU Commissioner Potočnik on Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami (15/3/2011)
• Statement by EU President Barroso on the activation of the EU Civil Protection Mechanism to assist Japan (15/3/2011)
• Japan: EU response to earthquake and nuclear plant situation (14/3/2011)
• Earthquake in Japan: EU Commission in contact with Japanese sources, IAEA, and emergency networks in Europe (12/3/2011)
• Japan earthquake/tsunami: EU Commission activates Europe's civil protection system  (11/3/2011)
• European Council Statement on the earthquake in Japan (11/3/2011)
• EU Intervention - United Nations Plenary: Disaster Risk Reduction (9/2/2011)
• Council conclusions on the Communication about "Towards a stronger European disaster response" (14/12/2010)