Anwar said a terrible tragedy like this reminds all parties of the importance of unity and close regional cooperation.
Malaysia stands firmly with the Philippines and has extended humanitarian assistance to ease the suffering faced following Tropical Storm Kristine which hit the country, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
“To President Bongbong and the people of the Philippines, I express my condolences and Malaysia stands firmly with the Philippines and will never ignore its neighbours especially in times of distress and tragedy. Anwar also shared that he received a phone call from Marcos who is also his good friend and expressed Malaysia’s full support to the republic which is now beset by calamity due to the storm.
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