President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has sent a message of condolence to Prime Minister of Malaysia, His Excellency Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, following the passing away His Royal Highness Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Yussuff Izzuddin Shah Ghafarullahu-Lah, the 34th Sultan of the State of Perak Darul Ridzuan and the 9th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia.
The President’s message reads as follows:
“It was with profound sadness that I received the news of the passing away of His Royal Highness Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah Ibni Almarhum Sultan Yussuff Izzuddin Shah Ghafarullahu-Lah, the 34th Sultan of the State of Perak Darul Ridzuan and the 9th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia.”
“As a leader of indisputable foresight and vision, His Royal Highness Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah steered the State of Perak, and indeed Malaysia, to impressive heights of development. His wisdom and foresight earned him great admiration and respect not only in his own country, but across the world.”
“At this time of national mourning in Malaysia, the Government and the people of the Maldives and I personally join you, the bereaved family and the people of Malaysia in sharing your profound grief. I extend our deep condolences to you and the fraternal people of your country.”
“May the Almighty Allah grant the departed soul the blessings of Jannath and give His Royal Highness’ family and the brotherly people of Malaysia the fortitude to bear this great loss.”