Obama sends his sympathy

December 20, 2011 - U.S. President Barack Obama now extends his sympathy to the Philippines where some areas are affected by the Typhoon Sendong.

According to Obama, he extends his sympathy with all the people of America to the victims of  the disaster.

"On behalf of the American people, I wish to express my deep condolences for the Tremendous loss of life and devastation caused by recent flooding in the Philippines."

Obama said on behalf of the long friendship between America and the Philippine, they are ready to assist us especially in terms of humanitarian assistance and recovery efforts.

"In the spirit of our long history of friendship and cooperation with the Philippines, the United States stands ready to assist the Philippine Government Should people and humanitarian assistance and recovery efforts be needed," said Obama.