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Trump calls Morrison to offer bushfire support

Nick Pearson
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US President Donald Trump has called Prime Minister Scott Morrison to offer his support to Australia during the bushfire crisis.

The prime minister's office confirmed the phone call earlier today.

Mr Morrison thanked the president for the support already provided, especially the US firefighters who have flown out to battle the blazes.

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He also thanked the president for the well wishes of the American people.

Scott Morrison and his wife Jenny meet with Donald Trump and his wife Melania.

Scott Morrison and his wife Jenny meet with Donald Trump and his wife Melania. AAP

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has also sent a message of support.

"Our hearts go out to all those in Australia affected by these devastating fires," Mr Johnson said in a tweet this morning.

"We stand with you at this very difficult time."

A massive fire burning on Kangaroo Island.

A massive fire burning on Kangaroo Island. Nine

The Prime Minister of Fiji also called today to offer his support and condolences.

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"The prayers of the Fijian people are with the Australian families who have suffered the loss of loved ones and homes, businesses and property to the catastrophic bushfires," Fijian Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama said.

And the Acting Prime Minister of Vanuatu pledged $250,000 in aid to help fight the fires.

A view of fire damage on January 03, 2020 in Sarsfield.

A view of fire damage on January 3, 2020 in Sarsfield. Getty

"As a Pacific neighbour and friend, we have watched as Australia has been devastated by these horrific bushfires," Jotham Napat said.

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"We offer whatever assistance we can in this time of need, as Australia has always done in ours."

It comes after Australia received a wave of support during the Golden Globes ceremony yesterday.

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