JAKARTA - ASEAN member states on Sunday expressed their readiness of providing Myanmar support and assistance in any way following a strong earthquake on March 24, a press statement said here.

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They also expressed their deep sympathy and condolence to the government and people of Myanmar for the loss of lives and damage to property caused by the earthquake that occurred in northeastern territory and wished that they will make a speedy recovery.

The statement also said that ASEAN member states are confident that the government and people of Myanmar would be able to overcome this unfortunate natural disaster and challenge.