President Obama Offers Condolences to President of Philippines

On November 12, 2013 President Obama spoke with President Aquino of the Philippines to express deep condolences on behalf of the American people for the lives lost and damage caused by Super Typhoon Haiyan/Yolanda, one of the strongest storms to ever hit land.

President Obama discussed with President Aquino the need for a speedy assessment of what further American resources would be most helpful to assist in the Philippine recovery effort. The President affirmed that the thoughts and prayers of the American people go out to the millions of people in the Philippines affected by this devastating storm.