CD31.R2: Earthquake in México

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THE 31st DIRECTING COUNCIL,

Having learned with deep sorrow of the catastrophe that has overtaken the United States of

Mexico, where a major earthquake has caused tragic loss of life and heavy material damage,

RESOLVES

1. To express to the Government and the people of Mexico its deep sorrow at the tragedy which has

befallen the country.

2. To convey to the victims' families, to all the Mexican people, and to the authorities, a message

expressing the sympathy and solidarity shared by all the Member Countries of the Pan American

Health Organization.

3. To urge all Member Countries to participate in providing assistance to the United States of

Mexico, not only to the immediate consequences of the disaster but especially to the effort of

reconstruction.

4. To urge international organizations, taking into account this tragedy, to give special

understanding and support to the United States of Mexico, especially regarding its economic and

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5. To request the Director to provide every assistance within the means of the Organization.