President Dr. Arif Alvi has expressed deep grief and sorrow over the loss of precious lives and destruction of property in the devastating earthquake at Sichuan province in Southwestern China.

In a message, he conveyed his condolences to the Chinese leadership and expressed heartfelt sympathies with the people of Sichuan.

The President said the leadership and people of China are fully capable to win the battle against this natural calamity with their proven abilities and resilience.

President Arif Alvi said we stand with the Chinese people with the same spirit as they are standing with the victims of unfolding super floods which have devastated many parts of Pakistan.

Source: Radio Pakistan