Message from the President of the European Council
Herman Van Rompuy
to the President of the Philippines,
Benigno Simeon Aquino III

“I have been shocked and deeply saddened by the loss of lives and massive destruction
caused by the terrible typhoon that has just struck your country.
On behalf of the European Union, I send our most sincere condolences to all the families
and friends of the bereaved and our warmest sympathy to those injured and affected by the
events. Our thoughts are with you and with all the people of the Philippines.
The European Union is at your side in addressing the painful consequences of this natural
disaster. Let me convey to you the European Union’s strong solidarity and support in these
tragic moments.”