President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has sent a message of sympathy to the President of the Russian Federation, H.E. Vladimir Putin, following tragic sinking of a Russian trawler off the Kamchatka peninsula.
The President’s message reads as follows:
“I was deeply saddened to hear of the tragic sinking of a Russian trawler off the Kamchatka peninsula, causing the loss of many innocent lives and injury to many.”
“At this time of tragedy, the Government and the people of the Maldives join me in conveying our profound sympathy to Your Excellency, the Government and the people of Russia.”
“Please also convey our sincere condolences to the members of the bereaved families.”