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MFA Press Release: Condolences from President S R Nathan and PM Lee Hsien Loong on the Passing of His Majesty Sultan Iskandar ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territories of Johor Darul Ta'zim
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23 January 2010
23 January 2010 Her Majesty Sultanah Zanariah binti Almarhum Tunku Ahmad Sultanah of Johor Darul Ta'zim Your Majesty On behalf of the people of the Republic of Singapore, I would like to extend my ...
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23 January 2010
Her Majesty Sultanah Zanariah binti Almarhum Tunku Ahmad
Sultanah of Johor Darul Ta'zim
Your Majesty
On behalf of the people of the Republic of Singapore, I would like to extend my condolences on the passing of His Majesty Sultan Iskandar ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territories of Johor Darul Ta'zim.
His Majesty's warm and longstanding personal ties with Singapore leaders and the people of Singapore are well known. It helped to promote stability, security and growth for both Johor and Singapore. We warmly remember His Majesty's historic State Visit in 1988 as the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong and were honoured to officially host His Majesty again in 2007. As Yang di-Pertuan Agong, he was wise and well-loved by his subjects. The love and respect that he commanded was evident in the throngs that showed up at Istana Bukit Serene during the annual Hari Raya celebrations.
His Majesty's patronage of many voluntary organisations in the country and his devotion to the people have earned him a place in Johor's and Malaysia's history. His encouragement, contributions and passion for his people and his country will always be remembered.
My wife joins me in sending you our deepest condolences and hope you will have all the strength needed to bear this loss."
S R NATHAN
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23 January 2010
His Royal Highness
Tunku Ibrahim Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar
Pemangku Raja Johor
Your Royal Highness
On behalf of the people of the Republic of Singapore, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to you and members of Your Majesty's family on the passing of His Majesty Sultan Iskandar ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territories of Johor Darul Ta'zim.
His Majesty was well known for the care and patronage he bestowed on his people in Johor and in Malaysia as a whole.
His Majesty also played a significant role in fostering good relations between Malaysia and other countries when he was the 8th Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia. He was also energetic in nurturing the development and prosperity of the State of Johor.
His Majesty was a wise ruler and a patriot of Malaysia whose warm and personal ties with Singapore and its leaders have helped to promote stability, security and growth for both Johor and Singapore as well as for Malaysia and its people. His longstanding friendship helped to foster and nurture good relations with the leaders and people of Singapore and will always be fondly remembered.
In this hour of grief please accept our condolences on your grievous loss.
S R NATHAN
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23 January 2010
Your Majesty,
On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I wish to extend my deepest condolences on the passing of His Majesty Sultan Iskandar ibni Almarhum Sultan Ismail, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territories of Johor Darul Ta'zim.
During his reign, His Majesty played a key role in the development and prosperity of Johor, for the benefit of his people. His Majesty's lifelong devotion to Johoreans was repaid by their affection and respect. As the 8th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, His Majesty was the sovereign of all the people of Malaysia and discharged his royal duties in the same spirit.
His Majesty also played a pivotal role in fostering good relations between Singapore and Malaysia. My wife and I personally remember well the many times we have received his warm and generous hospitality in the Istana Bukit Serene. On Singapore's part, we were honoured to host the first state visit by the then Yang di-Pertuan Agong in 1988. We had another occasion to renew ties during His Majesty's visit to Singapore in April 2007, to receive an honorary degree from the National University of Singapore in recognition of his contributions to bilateral ties. He was by then more frail, but at dinner was in good spirits and happy to be among friends.
His Majesty's generous friendship and lasting contributions to our bilateral relations will long be remembered.
You are in our thoughts at this sorrowful time.
Yours sincerely
Lee Hsien Loong
Her Majesty Sultanah Zanariah binti Almarhum Tunku Ahmad
Sultanah of Johor Darul Ta'zim
Istana Bukit Serene
Johor
Malaysia
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23 January 2010
Your Royal Highness,
On behalf of the Government of Singapore, please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of His Majesty Sultan Iskandar ibni Ahnarhum Sultan Ismail, Sultan and Sovereign Ruler of the State and Territories of Johor Darul Ta'zim.
Under His Majesty's guidance and attention, Johor's economy has steadily developed, bringing prosperity to the State and improving the lives of his people. His Majesty's dedication and vision has enabled Johor to become the vibrant State that it is today.
His Majesty also extended a warm hand of friendship to Singapore. He believed that as two neighbours, both sides would gain from strong ties and close cooperation. Singapore values His Majesty's efforts to improve our bilateral relationship. His Majesty will always be remembered fondly as a friend of Singapore.
With deepest sympathies,
Yours sincerely
Lee Hsien Loong
His Royal Highness
Tunku Ibrahim Ismail Ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar
Pemangku Raja Johor
Istana Pasir Pelangi
Johor
Malaysia
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