Anglo American supports Japan earthquake and tsunami appeal with US$5 million donation

The Chief Executive of Anglo American, Cynthia Carroll, today announced a US$5 million donation to the Japanese Red Cross to assist with disaster relief following the recent earthquake and resulting tsunami in Japan.

Cynthia Carroll said: “At Anglo American, we have all been deeply shocked and saddened by the devastating events in Japan. Anglo American is proud of its close relationship with its Japanese partners over many years, and we wish to offer our support and condolences following this catastrophe. Our thoughts are with all those in Japan who have been affected, and Anglo American is pleased to assist the Japanese Red Cross in their relief efforts with this US$5 million donation.”

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Anglo American plc is one of the world’s largest mining companies, is headquartered in the UK and listed on the London and Johannesburg stock exchanges. Anglo American’s portfolio of mining businesses spans precious metals and minerals – in which it is a global leader in both platinum and diamonds; base metals – copper and nickel; and bulk commodities – iron ore, metallurgical coal and thermal coal. Anglo American is committed to the highest standards of safety and responsibility across all its businesses and geographies and to making a sustainable difference in the development of the communities around its operations. The company’s mining operations and extensive pipeline of growth projects are located in southern Africa, South America, Australia, North America and Asia. www.angloamerican.com