Chief Executive John Lee on Saturday said Hong Kong will send a search and rescue team to Myanmar, after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck the country.
The massive quake which struck central Myanmar on Friday, also affected neighbouring Thailand, and has killed more than 700 people in both countries so far.
In a Facebook post, the CE expressed condolences to the victims on behalf of all Hongkongers and the government.
He said his administration would provide the rescue team the support they need to ensure they complete their task safely and smoothly.
“The search and rescue team will do their utmost to help save lives on the ground,” he wrote.
“Upon receiving the order, this group of elite rescuers quickly assembled and will head to the disaster area in a short period of time, demonstrating their selfless and professional spirit.”
