Condolence Letter from Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Heiko Maas on the Floods in Germany

Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has written to German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Heiko Maas to express his condolences in response to the tragic loss of lives and devastation caused by the floods in Germany. The letter is appended.

The severe flooding experienced by Germany, reportedly the worst in the last 50 years, has also affected some regions in its neighbouring countries. Singapore’s Overseas Missions in Berlin, Brussels, and Geneva are in close contact with the respective local authorities to ascertain whether there are any Singaporeans affected by the floods. Thus far, there are no reports of Singaporean casualties.

Singaporeans in the affected areas are advised to monitor the local news closely, and heed the instructions of the local authorities. Singaporeans are also advised to stay in touch with your family and friends so that they know you are safe, and to eRegister with MFA through our website (

eregister.mfa.gov.sg

). Singaporeans in need of consular assistance may contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office, or the relevant Overseas Missions. The relevant contact details are as follows:

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)

Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855

Email: 

mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Berlin

Tel: +49-(30) 2263-430

Emergency Tel (after hours): +49-152-2341-2182

Email: 

singemb_ber@mfa.sg

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Brussels

Tel: +32-2-660-2979

Emergency Tel (after hours): +32-475-618-265

Email: 

singemb_bru@mfa.sg

Permanent Mission of the Republic of Singapore in Geneva

Tel: +41-(22) 795-0101

Emergency Tel (after hours): +41-(0)79-600 9833

Email: 

mfa_geneva@mfa.gov.sg

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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS

SINGAPORE

17 JULY 2021

Letter from Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany Heiko Maas

17 July 2021

His Excellency Heiko Maas

Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs

Federal Republic of Germany

Dear Heiko,

             I am saddened to learn of the tragic loss of lives and devastation caused by the severe floods in several parts of Germany. I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the victims, as well as to all Germans whose livelihoods have been affected. Our thoughts are with the people of Germany during this difficult time.

             I am confident that Germany will overcome this challenge with strength and fortitude.

Yours sincerely,

DR VIVIAN BALAKRISHNAN