President Mbeki Offers Congratulations to Newly Appointed Prime Minister of Malta

President Thabo Mbeki, today, Monday - 29 March 2004 - conveyed the heartfelt congratulations of the government and people of South Africa to Dr Lawrence Gonzi following his appointment as the Prime Minister of Malta.

President Mbeki said, "It is with great pleasure that I take this opportunity to convey to Your Excellency, on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of South Africa, warm greetings and congratulations upon your appointment as leader of the Nationalist Party and as the new Prime Minister of Malta."

"It is my belief that the good relations that exist between our two countries and peoples will be further developed and consolidated under your able leadership."

"Please accept, Your Excellency, our best wishes for your personal good health and a successful term of office in the service of the Republic of Malta and its people." concluded President Mbeki.

Issued by Ronnie Mamoepa on 082 990 4853.
Department of Foreign Affairs
Private Bag X152
Pretoria
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29 March 2004


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