President Thabo Mbeki expresses Condolences on the Death of the President of the United Arab Emirates

President Thabo Mbeki, today, Tuesday 02 November 2004 learnt with shock and sadness of the untimely death of the President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.

Accordingly and on behalf of the Government and People of South Africa, President Mbeki expressed South Africa's deepest condolences to members of the bereaved family, Government and People of United Arab Emirates during this trying moment.

"Please be assured that our thoughts and prayers reach out to the entire Government and Peoples of the United Arab Emirates and in particular the family of the late President Sheikh Zayed" concluded President Mbeki.

Issued by Ronnie Mamoepa on 082 990 4853.

Department of Foreign Affairs
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2 November 2004.





 

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