Tragedy in Indonesia

We are simply dumbfounded by the tragedy that has struck Indonesia. We sincerely condole the deaths and our sympathies lie with the bereaved families and those who are injured. Bangladesh itself is a longstanding victim of the fury of nature in other forms but cannot quite comprehend the essence and the magnitude of Tsunami.

But we in Bangladesh should also think seriously about being a part of the warning system on Tsunami through the consortium of other countries that are in the process of installing the network. We should take all precautionary measures to save lives in the event that Tsunami strikes our coastal belts. With the experience Bangladesh has in disaster management, a warning system in place could certainly help save the lives of millions.

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In the meantime our government which has expressed our solidarity and brotherhood with Indonesia and its people at their hour of tragedy should stand beside them with whatever aid we can provide. We could readily consider dispatching some medical supplies and a team of doctors and nurses for the injured and those agonising in hospitals and clinics. We must move fast. The international community, particularly the developed and well to do countries should once again come forward with resources for rebuilding the numerous infrastructures that were destroyed by Tsunami.