The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, sent a letter of condolences to the President of the People's Republic of China, H.E. Shi Jinping, on the occasion of the devastating earthquake in the southwest province of Sichuan.

Distinguished Mr. President,

With deep sorrow I heard the news of the earthquake that caused a real tragedy in the Sichuan province and I deeply regret the loss of lives and the huge caused by this terrible natural disaster.

In these sad moments for you, for the citizens of your country and the families of the victims and of the injured and those who lost their homes, allow me, on behalf of the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia and on my personal behalf, to extend my sincere condolences.

Distinguished Mr. President, I am deeply convinced that humanity and solidarity will help alleviate the consequences of this great tragedy. Please convey deep sympathy to the families of the victims.

Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov