Sunday October 9, 2005
The Star launches fund for earthquake victims
Update from The Star newsdesk
The Star is launching a fund to help the earthquake victims in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan.
Announcing the donation drive, Star Publications (M) Bhd Group Managing Director Datuk Steven Tan said:
"We are saddened that another tragedy has occurred involving so much loss of lives and property.
"We sympathise with the victims and their families," he said.
Tan said The Star was starting this fund to add in a small way to the international relief efforts.
"Malaysians can be thankful for the many blessings they are enjoying in this country. "We hope Malaysians can come forward once again to donate to this earthquake relief fund," Tan said.
Donations can be made to The Star South Asia Quake Fund and sent to Star Publications (M) Bhd, Menara Star, 15, Jalan 16/11, Section 16, 46350 Petaling Jaya or its offices throughout the country.
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