In view of the Santika Club fire tragedy in Bangkok, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has sent a condolence letter to Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva. The text of the letter is as below:
2 January 2009
Dear Excellency,
I was deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of
lives in the fire at the Santika Club in Bangkok on 1 January
2009. Singaporeans were also among the injured and fatalities.
I am sure under your leadership, the Thai authorities will provide
their best assistance to the families and relatives of these
victims.
On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I would
like to extend our deepest condolences and sympathies to the
families of the victims. Our thoughts and sympathies are with
them during this difficult time.
Yours Sincerely,
Lee Hsien Loong
His Excellency Abhisit Vejjajiva
Prime Minister
Kingdom of Thailand