Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2018-06-18

President Tsai Ing-wen has expressed her concern following a 6.1 magnitude

earthquake, which rattled Osaka, Japan at just before 8:00 am on Monday morning, local time.

So far, three people are confirmed dead following the quake, and at least 73 injured.

The presidential office in Taipei said on Monday that Tsai hopes that the Japanese people are safe, and that quake damage can be kept to a minimum.

Also on Monday, Foreign Minister Joseph Wu said Taiwan is willing to offer Japan assistance.

The government said Taiwan’s rescue team is ready to leave for Japan as soon as they are needed.

So far, there have been no reports of Taiwanese expatriates, students or travelers affected by the quake.    [FULL  STORY]