CEN and CENELEC have been shocked by the devastation and terrible loss of life from the earthquake that hit Türkiye and Syria last 6 February. On behalf of all the CEN and CENELEC community, we express our solidarity with all those in the region who suffered because of this disaster and with all citizens who have lost so much at this tragic time.
In particular, we send our condolences and a letter of solidarity to our Member TSE, the Turkish Standards Institutions. In this extremely difficult period, we are with you and support you wholeheartedly: we wish a speedy recovery to the injured, and safety and healing for those affected by this painful disaster, which requires unity and human solidarity from all.