Congressman Faleomavaega announced today that Hungary has sent a message of support to the people of American Samoa in the aftermath of the devastating tsunami that struck the U.S. Territory on Tuesday, September 29, 2009. 

The full text of Hungary’s letter is included below:

Dear Congressman Faleomavaega,

I was deeply shocked to learn about the terrible tsunami and earthquake near the coast of American Samoa on 29 September, 2009 taking the life of 31 people.

The news about the tragic catastrophe shocked the entire Hungarian community in the United States and the citizens of Hungary as well.

On behalf of the Republic of Hungary and myself I express my sincere condolences to the relatives of those who lost their lives in the earthquake and tsunami in American Samoa.

Yours sincerely,

Bela Szombati
Ambassador