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People in TC Yasa affected communities to benefit from BRED Bank’s donation of $112,500

People in TC Yasa affected communities to benefit from BRED Bank’s donation of $112,500

By Simione Tuvuki
26/01/2021

People living in Tropical Cyclone affected areas can expect more assistance after BRED Bank Fiji made a cash donation of $112,500 to the Prime Minister’s TC Yasa Relief Fund.

BRED Bank Fiji CEO, Thierry Charras-Gillot says they are aware of the need for financial assistance to rebuild damaged homes, schools and infrastructure and this donation shows their commitment to the Fijian communities.

Charras-Gillot says to extend their support to the Fijian government during these difficult times their parent bank, BRED Banque Populaire in France and BRED Bank Fiji collected this donation.

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Prime Minister, Voreqe Bainimarama says government will ensure that this donation reaches those families in need as there is still a lot of relief work to be carried out in affected communities.

Bainimarama conveyed his sincere gratitude to the board, management and staff of BRED Bank Fiji for the kind gesture.

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