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MFA Press Release: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's Condolence Message to New Zealand Prime Minister John Key

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore - $name

5 September 2010

Dear Prime Minister

I am saddened to learn of the terrible destruction caused by the earthquake which struck Christchurch on the early morning of 4 September 2010. On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the people of Christchurch who have been affected by the earthquake.

I am confident that under your steadfast leadership, the reconstruction efforts will be swift and that the city will return to normalcy before long.

Your

Lee Hsien Loong

The Right Honourable John Key MP
Prime Minister
New Zealand
 
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