Xi extends condolences to Indonesian president

President Xi Jinping sent a message of condolence on Monday to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto after a magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck the Southeast Asian country's East Nusa Tenggara Province on Saturday, killing at least 68 people and injuring 213.

In his message, Xi said he was deeply shocked to learn that the powerful earthquake had caused heavy casualties and significant property loss in Indonesia.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people, he expressed deep condolences over the deaths and extended sincere sympathies to the bereaved families and the injured.

Xi also expressed confidence that under the leadership of the Indonesian government led by Prabowo, the Indonesian people will make concerted efforts to overcome the disaster and rebuild their homes at an early date.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian told a regular news briefing on Monday that China is ready to provide assistance based on the needs of the Indonesian side.

At least 1,576 aftershocks have been recorded since the main quake, according to Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency.

No residents remained missing across the seven affected areas, and roads were generally passable, although some restrictions remain.

The Indonesian Health Ministry has sent two field hospitals and deployed medical teams to the affected areas. The military has also sent personnel and equipment to speed up the distribution of relief supplies to remote communities.