'Deeply Grateful': Taiwan Thanks India For Solidarity After Strong Earthquake Rocks The Island Nation

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi after the latter expressed solidarity with the people of the island country after a powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake that has killed nine people so far.

PM Modi took to X, formerly twitter, on Wednesday (3 April) to express solidarity with the people of the earthquake-hit island nation.

"Deeply saddened by the loss of lives due to earthquakes in Taiwan today. Our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wishes for a speedy recovery to the injured. We stand in solidarity with the resilient people of Taiwan as they endure the aftermath and recover from it," PM Modi wrote on X.

This comes after Taiwan was struck on Wednesday by the most powerful earthquake in 25 years that killed at least nine people and injured over 900.

Expressing her gratitude to PM Modi for his support at a "challenging time", Tsai said that it means a "great deal" to the people of Taiwan.

"We are deeply grateful for your kind words and support PM Narendra Modi, at this challenging time. Your solidarity means a great deal to the people of Taiwan as we all work toward a swift recovery," the Taiwanese President said in a post on X.

Responding to PM Modi's post, Taiwanese foreign ministry said, "We’re touched by your heartfelt words of sympathy & solidarity, PM Modi".

"Your compassion is deeply appreciated amid this dark hour for Taiwan. We’re thankful for the kind thoughts from India & will remain resilient as we rebuild & recover," the ministry added.

Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te also thanked Modi saying the support and solidarity of the Indian prime minister are a source of strength to the people of Taiwan during these trying times. 

"Thank you, Prime Minister Modi Narendra Modi, for your heartwarming message. Your support & solidarity are a source of strength to the people of Taiwan during these trying times," Lai said.

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