JK sends condolences to Chinese President

President Jakaya Kikwete has sent a condolence message to the Chinese President, Xi Jinping, following a terrorist attack that killed 28 people and injured over 130 others.

According to a statement availed to The Guardian yesterday by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, President Kikwete said:

“I have received with great shock and sadness, the devastating news on the terrorist attack that occurred on the March 1, 2014, at the square and ticket hall of the Railway Station of Kunming, Capital of China´s South West Yunnan Province, killing at least 28 civilians and injuring more than 130 others.” 

He said the Tanzania government strongly condemns the attacks and calls for the perpetrator to be brought to justice to face the crimes committed. 

“In this tragic moment and ordeal, I wish, on behalf of the Government and People of Tanzania, and indeed on my own behalf, to convey our deepest condolences to Your Excellency, and through you, to the Government and People of China, especially the family of the victims who have lost their loved ones and who have been severely injured by the attacks,” he said, adding:

“During this period of mourning, we share with you, your pain over this irreparable loss and pray to the Almighty God to comfort the bereaved families and grant the People of China courage and fortitude to carry on with their daily lives,”

SOURCE: THE GUARDIAN