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President Thabo Mbeki congratulates
President Mamadu Tandja of Niger on his Re-Election
Pretoria - President Thabo Mbeki, today - Friday, 10
December 2004 - extended his heartfelt congratulations
to President Mamadu Tandja, leader of the National Movement
for a Developing Society (MNSD) on his re-election on
8 December 2004.
President Mbeki said, "The successful conduct
of these elections demonstrates the determination of
the Government of Niger and its people to consolidate
democracy and good governance in the country. South
Africa would like to reaffirm its support of the ongoing
efforts in Niger towards promoting democracy, good governance
and development of the country, thereby contributing
to the overall development of Africa."
"Please accept, Your Excellency, my best wishes,
on behalf of the government and people of South Africa,
during your term of office," concluded President
Mbeki.
Issued by Nomfanelo Kota on 082 459 3787.
Department of Foreign Affairs
Private Bag X152
Pretoria
0001
10 December 2004
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