NA Chairman sent messages of sympathy to Turkey, Syria over earthquake damage: Rescue activities are underway in Turkey (Photo: Reuters/via VNA)

National Assemly Chairman Hue expressed his belief that the Turkish and Syrian States and people will overcome this difficult and challenging period soon, and stabilise their socio-economic lives.

He affirmed that Vietnam is ready to join hands with the international community to help Syria and Turkey overcome consequences in its ability.

The death toll from the disaster in the two countries surpassed 11,200 the same day, CNN has reported.