MFA Press Statement: Condolence Letters from President Halimah Yacob and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to Indonesian President Joko Widodo on the flash floods in Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia, 16 Mar 2019

President Halimah Yacob and Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong have written to President Joko Widodo of the Republic of Indonesia to convey their condolences over the flash floods in Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia on 16 March 2019. The text of the letters is appended.

The Singapore Embassy in Jakarta is monitoring the situation closely. There are currently no reports of Singaporeans affected by the flash floods. Any Singaporeans in the affected areas are advised to monitor the local news closely, and heed the instructions of the local authorities. Singaporeans are also advised to stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe. Singaporeans in need of consular assistance may contact the Embassy or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office at:

Singapore Embassy in Jakarta

Tel: +62-(21) 2995-0400 / +62-811 863-348

Email: singemb_jkt@mfa.sg

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)

Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855

Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

18 MARCH 2019

Letter from President Halimah Yacob to President Joko Widodo of the Republic of Indonesia

18 March 2019

His Excellency Joko Widodo

President

Republic of Indonesia

Your Excellency,

On behalf of the people of Singapore, I extend my deepest condolences on the flash floods in Jayapura, Papua on 16 March 2019. I was saddened to hear of the loss of lives, injuries, and damages. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Indonesia and the loved ones of those affected.

Singapore stands in solidarity with Indonesia during this period. We are confident of Indonesia’s ability to overcome this unfortunate disaster. Please let us know if Singapore can be of any assistance.

Yours sincerely,

HALIMAH YACOB

Letter from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to President Joko Widodo of the Republic of Indonesia

18 March 2019

Dear President Jokowi,

I was deeply saddened to learn of the loss of lives and tragic suffering inflicted by the flash floods in Jayapura, Papua on 16 March 2019. On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the families and communities affected.

          I have full confidence that the Indonesian government will manage the relief efforts with characteristic strength and fortitude. We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the Indonesian people and are ready to help.

Yours sincerely,

LEE HSIEN LOONG

His Excellency Joko Widodo

President

Republic of Indonesia