On Tuesday, December 14, 2010 The Indonesian Petroleum Association has donated the sum of USD 25,000 to the people affected by the Merapi Volcanic Eruption in Yogyakarta, Wasior flash flooding in West Papua and Tsunami in Mentawai Island, West Sumatera through the Indonesian Red Cross (PMI). This financial aid was presented by IPA President Ron Aston to Chairman of PMI Jusuf Kalla.
In his speech Ron Aston mentioned that aside from this donation from the IPA, he was certain that most of the oil and gas companies operating in Indonesia which are mostly members of the IPA have also given their respective financial aid as an emergency response to the victims of natural disasters that hit Indonesia recently. “The IPA has acknowledged PMI proven track records in handling both disaster reliefs, as well as rehabilitations project. Thus, we would kindly request the PMI to channel this small amount of fund for rehabilitation programs for the people in need,”said Ron Aston.
In his thanks Pak Jusuf Kalla said that the PMI is really honoured to be entrusted with this donation that will help rebuild the disaster-hit areas and its community.