President Halimah Yacob has written to Governor-General of New Zealand Dame Patsy Reddy, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has written to Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern, and Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan has written to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand Winston Peters, to convey condolences on the shooting incidents in Christchurch, New Zealand on 15 March 2019. The text of the letters are appended.
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
15 MARCH 2019
Letter from President Halimah Yacob to Governor-General of New Zealand Dame Patsy Reddy
15 March 2019
The Right Honourable Dame Patsy Reddy
Governor-General
New Zealand
Your Excellency,
I was appalled to learn of the attacks on Masjid Al Noor and Linwood Masjid in Christchurch on 15 March 2019. On behalf of the people of Singapore, I convey our deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the victims, and wish those injured a swift recovery.
Singapore strongly condemns this senseless act of violence against innocent civilians at places of worship, and reaffirms our solidarity with New Zealand in the fight against terrorism.
Our thoughts and prayers are with New Zealand during this difficult time.
Yours sincerely,
HALIMAH YACOB
Letter from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern
15 March 2019
Dear Prime Minister Ardern,
I was shocked to learn of the mass shootings at two mosques in Christchurch on 15 March 2019.Precious, innocent lives were lost, and many were injured. On behalf of the Government of Singapore, I would like to convey my deepest condolences to the bereaved families of the victims and the people of New Zealand.
Singapore strongly condemns this vicious and mindless act of terror.This heinous act is an attempt to spread fear and hatred. We must not allow such acts to divide our societies.Singapore stands in solidarity with New Zealand in the fight against terrorism. I am confident that under your leadership, New Zealand will stay resilient and united during this difficult time.
Yours sincerely,
LEE HSIEN LOONG
The Right Honourable Jacinda Ardern
Prime Minister
New Zealand
Letter from Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Vivian Balakrishnan to Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand Winston Peters
15 March 2019
The Right Honourable Winston Peters
Deputy Prime Minister
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Minister of State Owned Enterprises
Minister of Racing
Dear Deputy Prime Minister,
I was shocked to learn of the terrorist attacks in Christchurch on 15 March 2019.
This was an unforgivable act of violence that goes against the principles of harmony and tolerance. Singapore stands together with New Zealand during this difficult time.I am confident that the New Zealand government will deal decisively with the situation.
Yours sincerely
DR VIVIAN BALAKRISHNAN