The Argentine Republic conveys its condolences to the Chinese Government and people over the victims of the major earthquake that hit the province of Sichuan last 8 August.
The Argentine Government also regrets the economic damage suffered and expresses its solidarity to the Government of the People's Republic of China, hoping that this situation normalizes as soon as possible.
The Argentine Foreign Ministry informs that there are currently no records of Argentine victims. Nevertheless, the following emergency phone number of the Consulate in Beijing has been provided in order to respond to information and assistance requests: (86-134) 3995 0030.
Press release No. 324/17
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