President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has sent a message of condolence to the Prime Minister of Japan, Kishida Fumio, following the strong earthquake and tsunami that struck Ishikawa in central Japan.
In his message, the President expressed that it was with profound sadness that he learned of the strong earthquake and tsunami in central Japan, resulting in the loss of lives, displacement of people, and extensive damage to property and infrastructure. President Dr Muizzu, on behalf of himself, the Government and the people of the Maldives, extended his deepest sympathies at this time of distress, to the Prime Minister, the Japanese Government, and the people of Japan, in particular those who have been affected.
Concluding his message, the President also expressed his confidence that, under the Japanese Prime Minister’s leadership, search and rescue as well as recovery and reconstruction efforts will be carried out effectively. He additionally wished for a swift recovery from the disaster.