The European Union stands in solidarity with the people and the Government of the Philippines  following yesterday evening's bomb attack in the city of Davao.

Our sincere condolences go to the families and friends of those who were killed, and we wish a quick recovery to those who were injured.

Tackling terrorism, in any form and in any country, is a priority for the European Union. The international community is working together to counter this global threat, and we stand by the authorities in the Philippines in their efforts to provide stability and security for their citizens against this threat.

FOR FURTHER DETAILS:

Maja Kocijancic +32 (0)498 984 425 - +32 (0)2 298 65 70 - Maja.Kocijancic@ec.europa.eu -  @MajaEUspox

Nabila Massrali +32 (0)460 75 41 75 -  +32 (0)2 29 69218 - Nabila.Massrali@ec.europa.eu - @NabilaEUspox

Adam Kaznowski +32 (0)460 76 80 88 - +32 (0)2 298 93 59 - Adam.KAZNOWSKI@ec.europa.eu