17 April 2014, Male'; Minister of Foreign Affairs, Her Excellency Ms Dunya Maumoon has sent a message of sympathy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic ofKorea, His Excellency Mr Yun Byung-se, following the tragic news of ferry accident off the coast of the Republic of Korea on Wednesday, 16th April 2014.
Minister Dunya's message reads as follows:
"It was with deep shock and sorrow that I learnt about the tragic ferry accident that caused the death of 32 passengers with 270 still missing."
"At this time of national distress and mourning, the government and the people of Maldives join me in conveying profound sympathy to you, the Government and the people of Republic of Korea."
"Please also convey our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved families."
ENDS.