International leaders and foreign missions in Manila have conveyed condolences and solidarity with the Philippines following the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck Mindanao on June 8, 2026, killing at least 37 and injuring more than 400.
Japan
Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae expressed deep sadness over collapsed buildings and loss of life, extending condolences to bereaved families. She affirmed that ‘Japan always stands with the people of the Philippines’ and pledged readiness to provide assistance based on local needs.
United Arab Emirates
President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent condolences to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed sympathy to victims’ families and wished speedy recovery to the injured.
Australia
Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Australia’s thoughts are with the Filipino people and the Australian-Filipino community. She pledged humanitarian aid if requested, stressing solidarity with ‘our close friends at this time of great difficulty.’
India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and prayers for the injured, affirming India’s solidarity with the Philippines.
New Zealand
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon noted his country’s own earthquake experience, extending sympathy and readiness to assist.
Pakistan
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar voiced sorrow over the loss of lives and damage, pledging Pakistan’s full solidarity with the Philippines.
Taiwan
President Lai Ching-te said Taiwan stands ready to provide assistance as a close neighbor, offering prayers for swift recovery and rebuilding.
Maldives
President Mohamed Muizzu extended condolences to President Marcos and the Filipino people, expressing sorrow over the tragic loss of lives and injuries.
Brazil
Senator Leila do Vôlei conveyed prayers and solidarity, praising Filipino resilience: ‘You will overcome this, as you always have.’
United States
The U.S. Embassy expressed sympathies and said it is coordinating with Philippine authorities, ready to support Philippine-led response efforts.
China
The Chinese Embassy voiced sadness over the damage and loss of life, extending sympathies to affected communities.
European missions
France: Expressed solidarity with the Filipino people and authorities managing disaster response.
Germany: Extended heartfelt thoughts to victims and families, affirming support for recovery efforts.
Czech Republic: Offered condolences to the injured, displaced, and grieving.
Mexico
Conveyed condolences and sympathy following the quake off Sarangani.
Canada
Extended sympathy to affected provinces, pledging coordination with Philippine agencies and humanitarian partners.
EU Ambassador Massimo Santoro: Said he was ‘deeply saddened’ by the devastating earthquake, extending thoughts to affected communities and responders. He affirmed that the European Union stands in solidarity with the people of Mindanao and the Philippines.
United Nations
The UN in the Philippines expressed deepest sympathies, commended authorities’ swift response, and reaffirmed commitment to support recovery and resilience.
International Red Cross
Secretary-General Jagan Chapagain said the IFRC stands in solidarity, ready to mobilize global support as the Philippine Red Cross provides relief and evacuation assistance.
European Union Civil Protection
EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid said teams and partners are monitoring the situation and ‘stand ready to help.’