Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong, who is currently on leave in Perth, has written a letter of condolence to US President George W Bush. A copy of the text is attached.
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
12 SEPTEMBER 2001 @ 0020 HRS
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11 September 2001
Mr George W Bush
President
United States of America
Dear President Bush
I am shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the tragic loss of lives by the terrorist attacks in New York and Washington.
I would like to convey my deepest condolences to you, the families of all the bereaved and the people and government of the United States of America.
We join you and others in strongly condemning these acts of terrorism.
Yours sincerely
Sgd
GOH CHOK TONG