Australia becomes largest tsunami relief donor
Australia became the largest donor to the tsunami relief effort Wednesday, committing $764 million in loans and grants to help Indonesia recover from the disaster.
Australian Prime Minister John Howard announced the increased aid package while visiting the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. Australia previously announced a $47 million aid package, but it was unclear whether the $47 million was included in the new package or whether it was separate.
“This is a historic step in Indonesian-Australian relations in the wake of this terrible natural disaster,” Howard said.
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Australian Prime Minister John Howard announced the increased aid package while visiting the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. Australia previously announced a $47 million aid package, but it was unclear whether the $47 million was included in the new package or whether it was separate.
“This is a historic step in Indonesian-Australian relations in the wake of this terrible natural disaster,” Howard said.
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Thanks for keeping us informed.