"Ankara, 7 December 2016

Mr. President,

Dear Brother,

I learnt with deep sorrow about the earthquake in Aceh early this morning, which caused the loss of the lives of people and severe damage.

I convey my heartfelt condolences for those who lost their lives on behalf of myself and my Nation to Your Excellency and the friendly people of Indonesia. I wish speedy recovery from Allah the Almighty for those who were injured.

Same as ever, Turkish people share the sorrow of the brotherly people of Indonesia and stand ready to provide any kind of assistance, if need be.

I hope life would soon return to normal in the affected areas.

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

President of the Republic of Turkey

H.E. Joko Widodo

President of the Republic of Indonesia"