Message from Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi to President Megawati Soekarnoputri of Indonesia concerning the bombings in the Republic of Indonesia

1. With regard to the bombings that occurred in Bali, Indonesia, on the evening of October 12, 2002 (local time), Prime Minister Junichiro Koizumi has sent a message to President Megawati Soekarnoputri. In the message Prime Minister Koizumi expressed his sincere condolences and sympathy for the many victims of the bombings and strong condemnation, describing this terrorist acts as unforgivable and cowardly.
   

2. Prime Minister Koizumi also stated in his message that the fight against terrorism was an issue also for Japan's own security, and that Japan has actively and substantively contributed to the fight against terrorism in cooperation with the international community. He further stated that Japan would extend as much support as possible to Indonesia's efforts against terrorism.