Tue Oct 18 2011
ninemsn.com.au
Australia is helping South-East Asian nations deal with a flood crisis sweeping the region.
Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd (pictured) on Tuesday announced the federal government would contribute up to $5.15 million of aid for eight million people in need in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and the Philippines.
Mr Rudd said tropical storms had caused significant damage across the region.
"Australia stands ready with the international community to provide further support to our friends and neighbours if needed," Mr Rudd said in a statement.
Australia is helping South-East Asian nations deal with a flood crisis sweeping the region.
Foreign Minister Kevin Rudd (pictured) on Tuesday announced the federal government would contribute up to $5.15 million of aid for eight million people in need in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos and the Philippines.
Mr Rudd said tropical storms had caused significant damage across the region.
"Australia stands ready with the international community to provide further support to our friends and neighbours if needed," Mr Rudd said in a statement.
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