(Hong Kong, 2 October 2012) Mr Li Ka-shing offered sincere sympathy and condolences to all the victims of this catastrophe and their families, he knows how saddened the families are with the loss they suffered. Mr Li has instructed the Li Ka Shing Foundation to immediately release HK$30 million from the "Just In Time" fund to assist the victims' families in this time of need.

For inquiries, please contact:

Li Ka Shing Foundation
Jeremy Lau
Tel: 2128 1207
Email: jeremy.lau@lksf.org