On 14 April, an earthquake of the scale of 7.1 and its numerous aftershocks wreaked havoc in Yushu, Qinghai Province. It has to date claimed more than 2,000 lives. Some 12,000 have been injured. Thousands have lost their homes.

We share the sorrow and grief of our compatriots. To mourn the dead and to show support for the survivors, let us halt our activities at 10:00 a.m. on 21 April and observe a one-minute silence.

bless all