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Press Release
September 19th, 2024
Timor-Leste’s Solidarity with the Countries of Central and Eastern Europe Affected by the Floods
The Government of Timor-Leste expresses its deep solidarity with the people and governments of Central and Eastern European countries facing the devastating floods caused by Storm Boris. The heavy rains have caused major flooding, particularly affecting Poland, Austria, Czechia, Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia. The flooding has had devastating consequences, such as the loss of dozens of lives, the displacement of thousands of people, and significant damage to essential infrastructure.
Storm Boris has already claimed at least 23 lives and caused large-scale destruction, including the flooding of thousands of homes, the destruction of critical infrastructure, massive power cuts and severe disruptions to transport networks. In several Central and Eastern Europe regions, thousands of people had to leave their homes in mass evacuation operations, seeking refuge in safe places.
The 9th Constitutional Government’s Spokesperson, Minister Agio Pereira, on behalf of the entire Government, expressed his “solidarity with the peoples and governments of the countries affected by this catastrophe” and stated that “at this difficult time, our thoughts are with the victims and their families, and we commend the tireless efforts of those who remain determined in the search for survivors and in assisting the affected communities”. END